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NHS fertility treatment near you

If you qualify for NHS-funded fertility treatment, you may be able to have it at a TFP clinic near you. Your GP refers you to a fertility specialist, your local NHS decides whether you are eligible, and you are given a list of NHS-approved clinics to choose from. Eligibility rules, such as age and BMI, vary by area.

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New. A dedicated NHS page, which TFP does not have today. The opening paragraph is the quick answer (about 55 words), written for the AI Overview and featured snippet on "nhs ivf" and "ivf on nhs". Why: these two terms carry the most NHS demand (2,400 and 3,200 searches a month, tool estimates) and TFP sits at 25 to 29 with a referral guide that was not built to answer them.

Find an NHS-approved TFP clinic near you New

Enter your GP's postcode to see your nearest TFP clinic and whether it accepts NHS-funded patients from your area.

TFP Boston Place
London NW1
NHS-funded patients [confirm]
TFP Oxford
Oxford OX4
NHS-funded patients [confirm]
TFP Simply
Chelmsford, Essex
NHS-funded patients [confirm]
TFP Thames Valley
Maidenhead, Berkshire
NHS-funded patients [confirm]
TFP Wessex
Southampton, Hampshire
NHS-funded patients [confirm]
TFP Nurture
Nottingham
NHS-funded patients [confirm]
TFP GCRM
Glasgow
NHS Scotland route [confirm]
TFP Belfast
Belfast
HSC route [confirm]

Each card links to the NHS section on that clinic's page.

Needs a list of the ICBs and health boards that refer to each clinic
New section. A postcode finder with the eight clinic cards below it. If a postcode tool is too much for phase one, launch with the cards and add the finder later. Why: "nhs fertility clinic", "nhs ivf clinics" and "fertility clinic near me nhs" (about 320, 320 and 210 searches a month) are clinic-finding searches. Care Fertility's NHS postcode checker ranks 3rd for "nhs ivf", so this is the format Google is already rewarding.

Am I eligible for NHS fertility treatment? Changed

Whether you can have NHS-funded treatment depends on where you live. In England, your local integrated care board (ICB) sets the rules. Most areas look at:

  • The age of the person who will carry the pregnancy
  • BMI, usually between 19 and 30
  • Smoking, with both partners usually needing to be non-smokers
  • How long you have been trying to conceive
  • Whether either partner already has children
  • Any previous IVF cycles, NHS or private

Rules for same-sex couples and single people differ in some areas. Our patient support team can help you check the criteria where you live.

Read our guide to BMI and fertility treatment ›
Changed, moved from the referral guide. The guide's short "What is the criteria for NHS funding?" section, expanded into a scannable list and with the heading fixed to a question patients actually search. Corrects the guide's wording that called the ICB "your local authority". Why: "can you get ivf on nhs" (590), "nhs ivf eligibility" (170), "nhs ivf age limit" (210) and "nhs ivf bmi" (260). Clinical reviewer to check the list.

How NHS referral works Same

1
See your GP

If you have been trying for a baby for over a year, your GP will review your history and arrange first tests.

2
See an NHS specialist

A hospital fertility specialist runs further tests and recommends treatment if you need it.

3
Choose your clinic

You receive a referral letter, a funding form and a list of NHS-approved clinics. Choose TFP and your forms come to us.

4
Your first appointment

We contact you to book a consultation. Tests over 12 months old are repeated.

5
Your treatment

Once your plan is agreed, a nurse shows you how to take your medication.

6
Support throughout

Track appointments in the Patient Portal, with our patient support team on hand.

Kept, moved from the referral guide. TFP's six-step process, lightly shortened for cards. Meaning unchanged. Why: the guide ranks 3rd for "nhs fertility referral", and the steps answer "how to apply for ivf on nhs" (320). Moving them in carries that strength across with the 301.
Patient support

Not sure if you qualify? Same

Our patient support team can help you check your local NHS criteria and talk through your options.

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Treatments available on NHS funding New

IVF

The treatment most often funded by the NHS.

About IVF ›

ICSI

Used where sperm needs help to fertilise the egg.

About ICSI ›

IUI

Funded in some areas, including for some same-sex couples.

About IUI ›

Frozen embryo transfer

Using embryos frozen from a funded cycle.

About FET ›

Fertility preservation

Egg, sperm or embryo freezing before medical treatment such as cancer treatment.

About preservation ›

Donor treatment

Treatment using donor eggs or sperm, where your area funds it.

About donation ›
Confirm which treatments TFP delivers on NHS funding
New section. Cards for each treatment, linking to the treatment page that carries its own NHS block. Why: "nhs iui" and "iui on nhs" (480 each), "egg freezing nhs" (590) and "nhs icsi" (110). TFP has no NHS content on those pages today. Only list treatments TFP actually delivers on NHS funding.

NHS treatment in England, Scotland and Northern Ireland New

England

Your ICB sets the criteria and the number of cycles, so they vary by area. Six TFP clinics are in England.

Scotland

NHS Scotland uses national criteria, so the rules are the same across Scotland. TFP GCRM Fertility is in Glasgow.

TFP GCRM Fertility ›

Northern Ireland

Health and social care (HSC) funds fertility treatment in Northern Ireland. TFP Belfast Fertility is in Belfast.

TFP Belfast Fertility ›
Confirm how GCRM and Belfast fit the NHS Scotland and HSC pathways
New section. One card per nation, each linking to the clinic there. Why: "ivf on nhs scotland" (390) has the most NHS demand of any location term, and TFP already ranks 7 to 9 for "nhs ivf northern ireland". The current guide only covers England. Wales has no TFP clinic, so it gets one line in the FAQ rather than a card.

Not eligible, or need more cycles? New

If you do not meet your area's criteria, or you have used your funded cycles, you can self-fund treatment at any TFP clinic. Our prices are published in full, with IVF from £5,520, and payment plans are available through Access Fertility.

Confirm "IVF from £5,520" is current
New section. A clear route for people who do not qualify, linking to the national prices page. Why: "how much is ivf uk nhs" (590) and "free ivf nhs" (210) show people comparing NHS and private. It also supports the wider work on TFP being open about the true cost.

Medically reviewed by Same

Dr James Hopkisson
Medical Director, TFP Nurture Fertility
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Kept, moved from the referral guide. The guide is reviewed by Dr Hopkisson (7 September 2026). Why: a named, qualified reviewer is the trust anchor for health content and is missing from Care Fertility's NHS checker page, which ranks 3rd for "nhs ivf".

Frequently asked questions New

Can I get IVF on the NHS?
Many people can, but it depends on where you live. Your local NHS sets the criteria, usually covering age, BMI, smoking, how long you have been trying and whether either of you has children. Start by speaking to your GP.
Can I have NHS-funded treatment at a private clinic?
Yes, in many areas. If you are approved for funding, you are given a list of NHS-approved clinics, which can include TFP. [Confirm the areas TFP is approved for.]
How do I apply for IVF on the NHS?
You cannot apply directly. Your GP refers you to an NHS fertility specialist, who completes a funding application if treatment is recommended.
How many cycles of IVF do you get on the NHS?
It varies. In England your ICB decides, and some areas fund one cycle while others fund more. NHS Scotland offers up to three cycles to eligible patients.
What is the age limit for NHS IVF?
Age limits are set locally and differ between areas. Your GP or our patient support team can tell you the limit where you live.
What BMI do I need for NHS IVF?
Most areas ask for a BMI between 19 and 30 for the person who will carry the pregnancy.
How long is the NHS waiting list for IVF?
Waiting times vary by area and by clinic. Once we receive your referral, we contact you to book your first appointment. [Add TFP's typical time if it can be stated.]
Is NHS IVF free?
If you are approved for funding, the treatment your area funds is free to you. Some extras may not be covered. [Confirm what TFP charges NHS-funded patients for, if anything.]
Can same-sex couples and single women get NHS fertility treatment?
In many areas, yes. Some areas ask for a number of IUI cycles first, which may need to be self-funded. Read our guide for LGBTQ+ patients.
What if I have already had private treatment?
Previous cycles, NHS or private, can affect how many funded cycles you are offered. Check your local criteria or ask our team.
Can I get NHS IVF in Wales?
Yes, NHS Wales has its own criteria. TFP does not have a clinic in Wales, but our patient support team can talk you through your options.
Clinical reviewer to approve all answers
New section. 11 questions from Google's People Also Ask and the keyword research. Why: the "nhs ivf" results show People Also Ask and an AI Overview, so short, accurate answers support the FAQ result and AI pickup.

Further reading New

The postcode lottery

Why NHS funding varies by area.

Read more ›

BMI and fertility treatment

What BMI limits mean for you.

Read more ›

NHS funding for LGBTQ+ patients

How funding works for same-sex couples.

Read more ›
New section. Links to the three existing NHS articles. Why: they already rank (the LGBTQ+ article is 1st for "ivf for gay couples nhs"), so we keep them and link them to the new page so each has a clear job.

Ready to start? Same

Speak to our patient support team about NHS referral or self-funding, and book your first consultation.

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