Would you like to know how to order donor sperm? Some people are surprised to learn that you can order donor sperm online in just a few clicks. Choose a sperm donor from our online sperm donor search, add the needed sperm straws to the basket, and fill out your delivery and payment details. The donor sperm will then be delivered to a fertility clinic of your choice - ready to be used in your treatment.
In the following video, you can see how to order donor sperm from Cryos. You can also read our detailed step-by-step guide further below.
How to order donor sperm – step by step
One of the first steps in the process of ordering donor sperm is to browse through the Sperm Donor Search. Here you will find more than 1000 donors with different ethnicities and backgrounds to choose from. Before placing an order for donor sperm, we recommend that you talk to your clinic or doctor about your treatment, what type of straw to order, and what sperm motility is needed (IUI or ICI and MOT).
Step 1: Create a private account
First step is to create a free account. Go to Sperm Donor Search or click on the small person-icon in the top of the page.
Click on “Create account”, fill out the requested information and click “Next”.
We will then ask you to indicate your country of residence and the country in which you will receive treatment. Cryos is licensed according to the EU-Tissue Directive and can deliver donor sperm to all EU countries as well as export outside of the EU. The countries have different legislations regarding the use of sperm donors, and when indicating your country of residence and treatment country, it enables us to show you only the donors that comply with the regulations in your treatment country and donors who have not yet reached the pregnancy quota in your country.
Once you have created your account you will receive a verification e-mail. Please follow the instructions in the e-mail to complete your registration and start your donor search.
Step 1: Create a private account
First step is to create a free account. Go to Sperm Donor Search or click on the small person-icon in the top of the page.
Click on “Create account”, fill out the requested information and click “Next”.
We will then ask you to indicate your country of residence and the country in which you will receive treatment. Cryos is licensed according to the EU-Tissue Directive and can deliver donor sperm to all EU countries as well as export outside of the EU. The countries have different legislations regarding the use of sperm donors, and when indicating your country of residence and treatment country, it enables us to show you only the donors that comply with the regulations in your treatment country and donors who have not yet reached the pregnancy quota in your country.
Once you have created your account you will receive a verification e-mail. Please follow the instructions in the e-mail to complete your registration and start your donor search.
Step 2: Filter by personal preferences
Once you have set up your account, you are ready to start your donor search.
Narrow down your search results by setting up filters e.g. regarding the donors’ appearance and profile type. Click on “Filters” and tick the boxes of your personal preferences. If you have not decided on which profile type or if you need more guidance, read more on how to choose your sperm donor.
Step 2: Filter by personal preferences
Once you have set up your account, you are ready to start your donor search.
Narrow down your search results by setting up filters e.g. regarding the donors’ appearance and profile type. Click on “Filters” and tick the boxes of your personal preferences. If you have not decided on which profile type or if you need more guidance, read more on how to choose your sperm donor.
Step 3: Finding your favourite sperm donor
Once you have narrowed down your search using the available filters, you can read more about each donor. Just click on a donor and find more information, including details about physical appearance, types of straws and screening results. In the Extended Sperm Donor Profiles you will also find an emotional intelligence test, childhood photos, a voice recording, Cryos staff impressions and more.
As you learn more about the donors, you can mark and save your favourite donors by clicking on the small heart-icon on their profile. You will then be able to find your favourite donors on your profile and always easily return later to continue your donor search. If you want inspiration on finding the right Donor Profile, then follow the link to our blog 3 things to consider when choosing a Sperm Donor Profile.
Step 3: Finding your favourite sperm donor
Once you have narrowed down your search using the available filters, you can read more about each donor. Just click on a donor and find more information, including details about physical appearance, types of straws and screening results. In the Extended Sperm Donor Profiles you will also find an emotional intelligence test, childhood photos, a voice recording, Cryos staff impressions and more.
As you learn more about the donors, you can mark and save your favourite donors by clicking on the small heart-icon on their profile. You will then be able to find your favourite donors on your profile and always easily return later to continue your donor search. If you want inspiration on finding the right Donor Profile, then follow the link to our blog 3 things to consider when choosing a Sperm Donor Profile.
Step 4: Add straws to an order or reservation
When you have chosen the perfect donor for your future family, the final step is to order the sperm straws.
When you click on your selected donor, a chart will appear with information about the available straws (sperm motility, prices, ICI/IUI). Choose the type and motility you want and click on “Add to basket” to proceed.
Use the +/- to specify the number of straws you want to purchase and/or reserve donor sperm for later use (read about how much donor sperm to order). When you are ready to buy the sperm straws that you have added to your basket, click ‘Proceed to basket’.
Step 4: Add straws to an order or reservation
When you have chosen the perfect donor for your future family, the final step is to order the sperm straws.
When you click on your selected donor, a chart will appear with information about the available straws (sperm motility, prices, ICI/IUI). Choose the type and motility you want and click on “Add to basket” to proceed.
Use the +/- to specify the number of straws you want to purchase and/or reserve donor sperm for later use (read about how much donor sperm to order). When you are ready to buy the sperm straws that you have added to your basket, click ‘Proceed to basket’.
Step 5: Purchase donor sperm
In your basket you will now find the selection of straws you have added. The Quota Reservation (only if applicable in your treatment country) will automatically have been added to your basket. If you are happy with the order and would like to proceed, click “Next”.
If you have chosen to reserve donor sperm you will now be asked to choose your preferred reservation period. You can always renew the reservation period later.
Fill out your name, address, phone number, etc. and enter the name of your clinic or a referral code (if provided by your clinic). Proceed and enter the preferred shipping date from Cryos as well as the shipping method as agreed upon with your clinic (learn more about shipping donor sperm and method here).
Step 5: Purchase donor sperm
In your basket you will now find the selection of straws you have added. The Quota Reservation (only if applicable in your treatment country) will automatically have been added to your basket. If you are happy with the order and would like to proceed, click “Next”.
If you have chosen to reserve donor sperm you will now be asked to choose your preferred reservation period. You can always renew the reservation period later.
Fill out your name, address, phone number, etc. and enter the name of your clinic or a referral code (if provided by your clinic). Proceed and enter the preferred shipping date from Cryos as well as the shipping method as agreed upon with your clinic (learn more about shipping donor sperm and method here).
Step 6: Checkout
If the order summary looks correct, proceed to payment to finalize your order. If you are unsure about the payment method, please visit the site regarding sperm bank prices and payment. Once you have confirmed your purchase you will receive a confirmation email from Cryos including your order number, and we will now start processing your order.
Step 6: Checkout
If the order summary looks correct, proceed to payment to finalize your order. If you are unsure about the payment method, please visit the site regarding sperm bank prices and payment. Once you have confirmed your purchase you will receive a confirmation email from Cryos including your order number, and we will now start processing your order.
If you get pregnant
When you, hopefully, get pregnant, remember to report your pregnancy. We advise reporting your pregnancy when you have passed the first trimester and before the birth of your child. Learn more about how to report your pregnancy in our blog post on the subject.
If you do not get pregnant
If you have a Quota Reservation and have not obtained a pregnancy, you can get your Quota Reservation refunded. We recommend keeping your Quota Reservation if you wish to continue treatment with the same donor.
If you are interested in learning more about what to do after fertility treatment, then follow the link to our blog post, where we guide you through the different options you have whether a pregnancy has occurred or not.
Frequently asked questions on how to order donor sperm
How to order sperm online?
Before you order sperm online, you need to find a fertility clinic, where you will have the donor sperm delivered and have your fertility treatment. Contact Cryos to get help finding a fertility clinic. Then you can create a free account at Cryos, log in and get access to see all available sperm donors. Select the right donor for you, add sperm straws to your basket, and proceed to checkout where you must indicate your preferred shipping date. Finalize your purchase and wait for the donor sperm to be delivered.
NB: In some countries or cases, the clinic will order the donor sperm for you. Talk to your clinic about your options before choosing a donor. Contact our Customer Care if you have any questions.
Can you order sperm online?
Yes, you can order donor sperm online through our Sperm Donor Search and have it delivered to your fertility clinic. Find a donor you like, select the type and number of straws you need, add it to your basket, and proceed to checkout.
How many straws to order for IUI treatment?
When having IUI with donor sperm, Cryos recommends ordering 1 straw of MOT5 (sperm motility) at a time. If you want to secure enough donor sperm for your entire fertility treatment or ensure enough straws for genetic siblings, we recommend reserving extra straws from your chosen donor.
How many straws to order for IVF?
Just like IUI treatment, we recommend that you purchase one straw at a time when you have IVF with donor sperm. In addition, you can make a reservation on donor sperm from your chosen donor, to make sure there are more straws available to you, if you need more tries or would like genetic siblings.