For couples living abroad – in the Canada, UK, USA or Australia – the dream of parenthood can feel both precious and challenging. When fertility treatments abroad are expensive or emotionally overwhelming, many NRI couples turn their hearts toward home – India -where advanced IVF treatments combine world-class technology with compassionate care.
At SRI IVF Patiala, led by Dr. Madhvi Sethi Arora, an experienced fertility and gynecology specialist, many NRI couples have realized their dream of parenthood through personalized, affordable, and ethical fertility care.
This blog is your complete guide to IVF treatment in India for NRI couples – from the first online consultation to conception, and beyond.
Why NRI Couples Choose India for IVF Treatment
Fertility care in countries like the Canada, UK, USA or Australia can be prohibitively expensive – often costing 4–6 times more than in India.
In contrast, India offers:
- World-class IVF facilities at international standards
- Highly qualified fertility experts with global experience
- Affordable treatment costs without compromising quality
- Personalized care and emotional support
- Ease of communication in English and Hindi
- Flexible treatment plans designed for international travel schedules
At SRI IVF Patiala, Dr. Madhvi Sethi Arora and her team specialize in designing custom IVF treatment plans for NRI couples so they can undergo the treatment with minimum travel and maximum convenience.
📽️ Watch: How NRI Patients Can Start IVF Treatment in India
To help NRI couples understand how the IVF journey begins when living abroad, we have added an informative video explaining the complete step-by-step process — from online consultation to planning your travel and starting the treatment in India.
This video is especially helpful for couples in the USA, Canada, UK or Australia who want clarity before starting the process.
Source: YouTube – SRI IVF Patiala
Meet Dr. Madhvi Sethi Arora: Trusted Fertility Expert for NRI Couples
Dr. Madhvi Sethi Arora, Infertility & IVF Specialist at SRI IVF Patiala, has helped numerous couples – both Indian and NRI – complete their parenthood journey successfully.
Her approach focuses not only on medical excellence but also on emotional support. She understands that couples living abroad face additional challenges like time zone differences, long-distance stress, and visa limitations.
That’s why her clinic offers:
✅ Online consultations and treatment planning
✅ Transparent communication through WhatsApp/Email/Video Calls
✅ Coordinated travel and treatment schedules
✅ Post-conception online support
Step-by-Step IVF Process for NRI Couples at SRI IVF Patiala
Let’s walk through how NRI couples can begin and complete their IVF treatment in India smoothly — even while living abroad.
Step 1: Initial Contact and Online Consultation
You can easily get in touch with SRI IVF Patiala through:
- The official website com
- Email or WhatsApp contact forms
- Directly booking an online consultation with Dr. Madhvi Sethi Arora
During your first video consultation, Dr. Madhvi will:
- Discuss your medical and fertility history
- Review any previous reports or treatments done abroad
- Suggest relevant preliminary tests (can be done locally in your country)
- Explain possible treatment options – IVF, ICSI, IUI, Egg/Sperm Freezing, etc.
You’ll receive a personalized treatment roadmap, including estimated cost, timeline, and travel requirements.
Step 2: Pre-Treatment Testing (in Home Country)
Before traveling to India, most of the basic fertility investigations can be done in your country itself.
These include:
- Basic full body workup
- Hormonal profile (AMH, FSH, LH, TSH, Prolactin, etc.)
- Semen analysis
- Ultrasound scan
- Basic infection screening
Dr. Madhvi reviews all reports online and guides you regarding optimal timing to plan your travel based on your menstrual cycle.
Step 3: Travel to India for IVF Treatment
Once your tests are complete and treatment is planned, you’ll be advised to travel to Patiala, Punjab, for approximately 15–20 days (for a full IVF cycle).
If you’re doing frozen embryo transfer, the stay can be even shorter — around 5–7 days for the transfer process only.
✈️ Nearest Airports: Chandigarh (about 70 km), Delhi (around 250 km).
🛏️ Accommodation: SRI IVF team can help you with nearby hotels or serviced apartments.
Step 4: Ovarian Stimulation and Egg Retrieval
Once you reach SRI IVF Patiala, the IVF process begins under close monitoring.
- Ovarian Stimulation (10–12 days):
Hormonal injections are given to stimulate multiple egg growth, with regular ultrasounds and blood tests. - Egg Retrieval:
Performed under mild anesthesia – painless and takes about 20 minutes.
Same day, the husband’s semen sample is collected for fertilization. - Fertilization and Embryo Development:
Fertilization occurs in the lab (via IVF or ICSI).
Embryos are cultured for 3–5 days, and you’re updated daily with the progress.
Step 5: Embryo Transfer
The best quality embryos are transferred into the uterus after 3 or 5 days.
It’s a simple, painless procedure done without anesthesia.
- You can fly back within 2–3 days after embryo transfer, if desired.
- Or choose to stay for a few more days for observation and early pregnancy tests.
If you prefer to freeze embryos for later use, that option is also available.
Step 6: Post-Treatment Follow-Up and Online Support
Once you return to your country, the SRI IVF team continues to stay connected through WhatsApp or video calls.
You’ll receive:
- post treatment dos and don’ts
- Guidance for pregnancy test timing (usually after 14 days)
- Prescription for supportive medications
- Online consultation for first-trimester care
If pregnancy is confirmed, Dr. Madhvi helps you transition smoothly to your local obstetrician abroad, sharing detailed medical summaries and reports.
How Many Times NRI Patients Need to Visit India?
Here’s a general idea:
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Support for International Patients
To make your journey smooth, SRI IVF Patiala provides complete international patient assistance, including:
- Virtual Consultations before travel
- Airport pickup coordination (on request)
- Assistance with accommodation and local transport
- Visa guidance & invitation letter (if required)
- Currency exchange & billing transparency
- Language support (English, Hindi, Punjabi)
After Conception – Post-IVF Support for NRI Patients
Dr. Madhvi believes that care doesn’t end with a positive pregnancy test — it truly begins there.
Once pregnancy is confirmed, she and her team stay connected through:
- Regular online follow-ups (video or WhatsApp)
- Guidance on prenatal care, supplements, and scans
- Emergency consultation support if any symptoms arise
- Coordination with your gynecologist abroad for smooth continuity of care
Many NRI couples also continue to share their baby milestones and updates with SRI IVF — a testament to the strong bond built during the journey.
❤ Real Stories: NRI Couples Who Trusted SRI IVF Patiala
A couple from California, struggled for 4 years and had two failed IVF attempts abroad. When they connected with Dr. Madhvi online, she identified the underlying hormonal imbalance and created a customized treatment plan.
They traveled to Patiala for 16 days – and on their very first cycle at SRI IVF, they conceived.
Their message after delivery:
“We came to India with hope and returned home with our miracle. Dr. Madhvi and her team made us feel cared for every single day – even from miles away.”