Become an egg donor – help others achieve pregnancy

We need more egg donors in Denmark

In Denmark, egg donation is permitted, and we need more egg donors to help many women who cannot achieve pregnancy using their own eggs or produce eggs themselves.
Through egg donation, the recipient can receive eggs in the form of unfertilised eggs, making pregnancy and a potential future child possible.
Your donation can be decisive in helping another woman fulfil her dream of becoming a mother.
For many donors, it feels like a wonderful gift to be able to help couples or women who otherwise would not have the chance to have children. Your effort can make a huge difference in someone else’s life.
Learn more about egg donation at Donorliv – Maigaard’s dedicated space focused on egg donation.

Different types of egg donation: choose what suits you

Egg donation gives you the flexibility to decide how you would like to help. You can choose between ID-release, Non ID-release, or known donation, depending on applicable legislation.

• ID-release – the child can receive identifying information about you as a donor when they turn 18.
• Non ID-release – the child cannot receive identifying information about you.
• Known donation – the recipient knows you as the donor from the beginning.

Who can become an egg donor?

To become an egg donor, you must meet the following criteria:

• Be between 18 and 35 years old
• Be physically and mentally healthy
• Have no hereditary diseases in your family
• Not be infected with HIV, hepatitis B and C, syphilis, chlamydia, or gonorrhoea

How does egg donation work?

At Maigaard Fertility Clinics in Aarhus and Odense, egg donation is a structured and manageable process with a focus on your health and safety. Below, you can see the key steps in the process.

1. Initial consultation

We begin with a non-binding consultation where you receive information about the entire process. Here, we also assess whether you meet the criteria to become an egg donor.
The consultation focuses both on the criteria for egg donation and your motivation for donating. We go through the entire process so you know what to expect. You can also learn about the different types of donation and how they work in practice.

2. Screening before a donation process

Before a potential donation process, you undergo relevant screenings. This typically includes blood tests, tests for infectious hepatitis, and a vaginal ultrasound, to ensure you are ready for donation in a safe and responsible way.

3. Hormone treatment

As a donor, you undergo a short hormone treatment that stimulates the ovaries to mature more eggs than in a natural cycle. The treatment typically lasts 10–14 days and is followed by regular ultrasound scans.
The hormone treatment for egg donation is similar to that used for women undergoing fertility treatment. It does not affect your normal menstrual cycle in the long term, and egg donation has no impact on your own fertility.

4. Egg retrieval procedure

When the eggs are mature, they are retrieved through a gentle procedure under light sedation. The retrieval itself takes only 10–15 minutes, and you can go home shortly afterwards.
During the egg retrieval procedure, you will receive pain-relieving medication but remain awake. The eggs are retrieved using a thin needle, and for the vast majority, the experience is uncomplicated. Some experience pain or mild abdominal soreness afterwards, but severe pain occurs only in isolated cases. There is a very small risk of complications.
On the day of egg retrieval, it is generally recommended that you take it easy and plan some time to rest. You may consider taking the day off from work or studies. Most donors are able to return to their normal activities already the following day.

Become an egg donor – start with a non-binding consultation at Maigaard

If you are considering becoming an egg donor, we would very much like to hear from you. At Maigaard fertility clinic, we offer a non-binding consultation where we go through the entire process so that you can make a well-considered decision.
The consultation typically lasts around half an hour and takes place in safe and supportive surroundings. We have an in-depth honest discussion, so you know exactly what it means to be an egg donor with us before making your decision. You are always welcome to contact the clinic or get in touch with the clinic again if questions arise afterwards.
As a donor, you receive full support throughout the entire process, and taking good care of you is our top priority. We also provide information on practical matters, including the option to cover expenses and how compensation is included in your total taxable income.

Would you like to hear more about how you can donate eggs?
Contact our secretary on +45 86101388 or check egg donation options at Donorliv.

FAQ

How much can I be paid for donating eggs?

In Denmark, donors receive a fixed compensation of DKK 7,200 per cycle to cover time, travel, and any potential financial loss from taking time off for the donation. This is reimbursement for your effort, not payment for the eggs themselves, and the amount is set by national law.

What is the acceptable BMI for egg donors?

As a general guideline, the acceptable BMI for egg donors typically falls between 19 and 29. BMI (Body Mass Index) is used as a general reference to assess the relationship between height and weight. At the same time, your physical condition is always assessed individually, and the clinic looks at your overall health and personal situation, not just your BMI number.

How many times can you donate your eggs?

In Denmark, a woman may donate her eggs up to six times in total according to legislation. This limit is set to protect the donor’s health and well-being.

How many times can egg retrieval be done?

There is no fixed medical limit to how many times egg retrieval can be performed. The number of procedures depends on individual factors such as age, ovarian reserve and overall health, and is always assessed carefully by a doctor.