Embryo, Egg & Sperm Shipping to and from South Africa – Greenplace Healthcare's Leading Hand Carry Cryo Transport Service

Q: How do cryo shipping companies ensure sample safety?

Cryo shipping companies like Greenplace Healthcare ensure sample safety by using liquid nitrogen dry shippers that maintain -196°C for up to 10 days. Each shipment is hand-carried by a trained medical courier, tracked via GPS and temperature sensors, fully insured, and compliant with IATA and South African export regulations.

Q: How does cryo shipping work?

Cryo shipping involves transporting embryos, eggs, or sperm in a liquid nitrogen dry shipper that maintains cryogenic temperatures below -150°C. A Greenplace courier collects the sealed container, travels on a passenger flight, and personally delivers it to the destination clinic, maintaining full control and temperature stability.

Q: Can you fly with frozen embryos?

Individuals cannot fly with frozen embryos on their own. Only certified cryo shipping companies and trained couriers are permitted to carry cryogenic materials on commercial flights. Greenplace Healthcare couriers are authorised and trained to fly with dry shippers while ensuring compliance, safety, and customs clearance.

Q: How much does it cost to transfer an embryo to another clinic?

The cost to transfer embryos from one clinic to another in South Africa or internationally depends on distance, courier method, and insurance. Domestic transfers typically range from R18,000–R35,000, while international shipments to countries like Nigeria or the UK range from £1,200–£2,000 (R28,000–R46,000).

Greenplace Healthcare
Oct 26, 2025
5 min read

Embryo, Egg & Sperm Shipping to and from South Africa – Greenplace Healthcare's Leading Hand Carry Cryo Transport Service

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Are you searching for the safest and fastest way to transport embryos, eggs, sperm, or cell samples to and from South Africa or anywhere in Africa? Look no further than Greenplace Healthcare — South Africa’s #1 trusted expert in hand carry cryo shipping.

We provide a groundbreaking, high-security solution for international fertility and biological sample transport, complete with real-time tracking, temperature monitoring, and comprehensive global insurance.

Why Greenplace Healthcare Is South Africa’s Leading Cryo Shipping Partner

Greenplace Healthcare is redefining how fertility samples move across borders — setting a new standard for the safe transport of eggs, embryos, sperm, stem cells, and other cryogenic materials to and from South Africa.

While many couriers rely on medical cargo shipping, we specialise in the premium “hand carry” method — where your biological samples travel under the direct supervision of a trained courier, ensuring unmatched speed, security, and peace of mind.

Medical Cargo vs Hand Carry: What’s the Difference?

🚛 Medical Cargo ShippingThis traditional method involves sending cryogenic samples as air freight cargo. While suitable for large-volume hospital or lab shipments, it comes with risks:

Multiple handovers during transit
X-ray samples
Delays at customs or warehouses
Limited visibility and tracking
Higher exposure to temperature fluctuations

✈️ Hand Carry Cryo ShippingIn contrast, hand carry transport ensures your sample never leaves human supervision. A trained medical courier personally travels on a passenger flight with your cryo tank, maintaining stable cryogenic temperatures and full control throughout the journey.This method dramatically reduces handling risks, shortens delivery time, and guarantees your fertility materials arrive in pristine condition.

What Makes Greenplace Healthcare’s Cryo Shipping from South Africa Unique?

✅ Direct Hand Carry by Human Courier – Your samples are always in safe hands, carried personally from collection to delivery. No handovers. No cargo holds. No risk.

✅ Real-Time GPS & Temperature Tracking – Track your sample’s journey and tank temperature 24/7 through your private client dashboard.

✅ Comprehensive Global Insurance – Every shipment is insured up to £36,750, offering total protection and peace of mind.

✅ Global Reach from South Africa – Whether shipping from Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban, or Pretoria, we facilitate seamless deliveries to clinics across Africa, Europe, and North America.

✅ White-Glove Client Service – Enjoy a fully managed experience, from documentation to customs clearance, supported by our 24/7 operations team.

Who Uses Our Cryo Transport Services?

💠 Intended parents sending embryos to sfor IVF

💠 South Africans or diaspora shipping frozen eggs or sperm abroad

💠 Couples transferring embryos from UK, USA, or Europe to African clinics

💠 Clinics and fertility banks coordinating international donor programs

💠 Researchers and hospitals transporting genetic or cell materials

How to Ship Eggs, Embryos, or Sperm to and from South Africa

We simplify the entire process so you can focus on your fertility journey while we handle the logistics.

Step 1: Notify both your export and import clinics that Greenplace Healthcare is your shipping partner.

Step 2: We coordinate directly with both facilities, handling paperwork, packaging, and compliance.

Step 3: Your courier hand-carries the cryo tank, ensuring continuous temperature stability.

Step 4: Track the shipment live on your dashboard until delivery confirmation.

Our Flexible Transport Options

✈️ Individual Hand Carry Shipments – For personal or urgent transfers, dedicated couriers manage a single shipment exclusively.

📦 Clinic Partnership Shipments – Designed for fertility clinics shipping multiple samples to South Africa on the same route — cost-effective and efficient.

Why Fertility Clinics Partner with Greenplace Healthcare

Leading IVF centres, donor agencies, and hospitals across South Africa trust us for our medical precision and luxury logistics.

We are proud partners to:

🏥 Top fertility clinics in Johannesburg

🧬 International egg and sperm donor agencies🧑‍⚕️ Cross-border IVF coordinators and medical tourism providers

🇿🇦 South African fertility labs exporting genetic samples

Let’s Ship Your Cells Safely

Whether you're preparing for IVF or surrogacy to and from South Africa or need to send or receive cryopreserved samples internationally, Greenplace Healthcare is your secure, licensed, and insured partner.

💬 WhatsApp/Telegram: +447585610211 (typically responds within 1 hour

Phone: +442081500059

📧 Contact us today info@greenplacehealthcare.co.uk, transports@cryomedicallogistics.com

Or visit our website: www.greenplacehealthcare.co.uk

Greenplace Healthcare – The Global Leader in Cryo Shipping to South Africa.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions – Cryo Shipping from South Africa

Can embryos be transported to another country?

Yes. Embryos can be safely transported from South Africa to another country under strict medical and regulatory conditions. Greenplace Healthcare specialises in international embryo transfers between South Africa and destinations like Nigeria, the UK, and Europe. We manage all customs, export permits, and temperature-controlled logistics to ensure your embryos arrive securely and intact.

How do cryo shipping companies ensure sample safety?

Cryo shipping companies like Greenplace Healthcare use liquid nitrogen dry shippers designed to maintain cryogenic temperatures of -196°C for up to 10 days. Each shipment is:

Hand-carried by a trained medical courier (no cargo handling)
Equipped with GPS and temperature tracking for live monitoring
Insured for full replacement value
Compliant with IATA and South African export regulations

This combination of real-time tracking, insurance, and professional handling ensures total sample safety during international transport.

How does cryo shipping work?

Cryo shipping involves moving biological materials such as embryos, eggs, or sperm in a liquid nitrogen dry shipper that keeps samples frozen below -150°C.

The sending and receiving fertility clinics prepare documentation and packaging.
A Greenplace courier collects the sealed dry shipper and travels on a commercial flight.
The courier personally delivers the sample to the destination clinic, maintaining full temperature control and chain of custody throughout the journey.

Can you fly with frozen embryos?

Individuals are not permitted to fly with frozen embryos on their own. Airlines and international regulations require that cryogenic materials be handled by certified couriers or cryo shipping companies. Greenplace Healthcare’s trained couriers are authorised to travel on passenger flights with cryogenic containers, ensuring safety, compliance, and customs clearance.

How much does it cost to transfer an embryo to another clinic?

The cost of transporting embryos from one clinic to another in South Africa—or internationally from South Africa to Nigeria, the UK, or elsewhere—depends on distance, courier method, and insurance.

Domestic (within South Africa): from £1800+ £4000
International (UK, USA, Europe): typically from £3500 to £8000 all prices include the cryo shipper, courier flight, customs clearance, and live tracking.

Can you transfer sperm from one clinic to another?

Yes. Sperm can be safely transferred between clinics in South Africa or internationally using the same cryogenic shipping process used for embryos and eggs. Greenplace Healthcare handles all documentation, temperature control, and courier logistics to ensure the sperm sample arrives viable and compliant with both clinic and customs requirements.