Top 6 FAQs About Transporting Frozen Embryos, Sperm, and Eggs to Mexico for Surrogacy and IVF
- Cryo Medical Logistics
- Nov 8
- 4 min read
Contact Us – Cryo Medical Logistics
For all embryo, sperm, and egg transport enquiries — including COFEPRIS permits, customs clearance, hand-carry bookings, and clinic partnerships — please contact our specialist transport team:
📧 Email: transports@cryomedicallogistics.com
📞 Phone: +442081500059
WhatsApp: +44 7585610211
1) Do I need a COFEPRIS permit to import embryos, sperm or eggs into Mexico?
Yes. Imports of human reproductive material into Mexico typically require a permit from COFEPRIS (the Federal Commission for Protection against Health Risks). COFEPRIS reviews documentation and can issue import approvals that clinics, patients, or couriers must present at customs. This is frequently the single biggest hurdle for international transports to Mexico.
How Cryo Medical Logistics helps: our Mexico in-country team prepares and submits the COFEPRIS application on your behalf, responds to any follow-up requests, and holds the permit paperwork so the clinic and customs have a seamless import. We track the permit status and time the hand-carry so the shipment arrives only when all approvals are in place.
2) How long does COFEPRIS permitting and customs clearance typically take?
Processing times vary and COFEPRIS has formal response windows (they may request additional information and have set business-day review periods). It typically takes 6 months, but our in house team can obtain this is in 15-45 days.
How Cryo Medical Logistics helps: because we manage the full submission, hold established relationships with Mexican authorities, and pre-prepare complete documentation (clinical letters, chain-of-custody, consent forms), we significantly reduce delays and coordinate customs clearance so time-sensitive shipments are not held up at the border. We also provide realistic timing estimates per case and a contingency plan (flight/reschedule options) when needed.
3) Why is “hand-carry” preferred — isn’t a standard courier or cargo service enough?
Hand-carry means a trained courier personally collects, accompanies, and hand-delivers the cryo container from collection point to receiving clinic — the shipment is not left unattended in transit or in airport cargo. For sensitive reproductive material, hand-carry reduces chain-of-custody risk, avoids time in airport cargo holds, and allows immediate problem-solving if customs or routing issues arise. Guidance on safe cross-border transport emphasises specialised handling and appropriate cryo containers.
How Cryo Medical Logistics helps: we operate ISO-certified hand-carry services — our couriers are trained in clinical chain-of-custody, cryo handling, and customs liaison. We match flights to clinic windows, stay with the shipment end-to-end, and coordinate directly with embryology teams to deliver the sample in clinic-ready condition. Our daily procedures, special packaging, and courier training focus exclusively on biological materials.
4) Is transport insurance and tracking provided? What if something goes wrong?
Proper insurance and continuous visibility are essential. Reputable providers insure shipments to cover loss/damage and use real-time tracking so embryology teams know where a shipment is at every step.
How Cryo Medical Logistics helps: every shipment includes comprehensive insurance cover (policy limits are communicated with each booking). We offer live tracking, status updates, and a clinic portal where embryology teams can view chain-of-custody documents, airway bills, and ETA. If an incident occurs, our team triggers the contingency protocol immediately — alternative flights, backup couriers, and emergency escalation — and we support clinic/patient claims with full documentation.
5) What documents does my clinic/patient need to provide before shipping?
Typical documents include: clinic letters confirming sample details; signed consent forms from donors/intended parents; chain-of-custody/export paperwork from origin; the receiving clinic’s acceptance letter; and any COFEPRIS-requested clinical documentation. Specific documentation can vary by origin country and by COFEPRIS requirements.
How Cryo Medical Logistics helps: we provide a clear document checklist tailored to the origin country and to COFEPRIS requirements, pre-fill forms where permitted, and upload everything into our clinic portal so the receiving embryology team and customs have a single source of truth. We actively review the paperwork before submission to avoid preventable delays.
6) Are there legal or citizenship/parentage steps after birth for children born via surrogacy in Mexico?
Legal processes after birth (naming intended parents on the birth certificate, immigration, and foreign registration) vary by Mexican state and by the intended parents’ home country. Some countries and Mexican states require DNA testing to legally confirm parentage for civil registry and immigration processes. Official embassy guidance and legal overviews emphasise variability and the need for local legal advice.
How Cryo Medical Logistics helps: our sister DNA testing service (approved provider in the UK, USA and Canada) can coordinate post-birth parentage DNA testing when required for birth registration or immigration. We can arrange sample collection, testing at accredited labs, and delivery of certified reports to support legal and consular requirements — all integrated with the logistics and clinic documentation we already manage.
Contact Us – Cryo Medical Logistics
For all embryo, sperm, and egg transport enquiries — including COFEPRIS permits, customs clearance, hand-carry bookings, and clinic partnerships — please contact our specialist transport team:
📧 Email: transports@cryomedicallogistics.com
📞 Phone: +442081500059
WhatsApp: +44 [your number
Mexico (COFEPRIS & Customs Team)
🕒 Availability: 24/7 global support for urgent or time-sensitive shipments
🔐 What we provide:
COFEPRIS permit processing & submissions
Full customs clearance in Mexico
ISO-certified global hand-carry couriers
Live tracking & clinic portal access
£36,000 insurance cover per shipment
Seamless chain-of-custody management
Support for post-birth DNA testing (UK / USA / Canada)
Your case will be assigned to a dedicated logistics coordinator who will guide you through documentation, timelines, and delivery to your receiving clinic.
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