Freezing your eggs protects your fertility and gives you more time to plan for the future. But, many women who are willing to opt for egg freezing have one common question: “How long can frozen eggs actually be stored?” At Yellow IVF, we help you understand how the egg freezing process works and how long your eggs can remain viable. The following is a detailed breakdown of everything you want to know about egg viability.
Understanding the Egg Freezing Process
The egg freezing process involves retrieving mature oocytes from your ovaries and freezing them for future use. A method called vitrification helps to store the eggs. Vitrification is a fast-freezing technique using liquid nitrogen that prevents ice crystals from forming and damaging the egg. This allows them to stay in quality without ageing or deteriorating.
How Long Can Eggs Stay Frozen?
Technically, frozen eggs stay viable for indefinite years. There is no specific expiration date. Oocytes frozen for 10 years still work just as well as those frozen for shorter periods.
There have been successful pregnancies from frozen eggs for over 15 years. A recent study in the US found that 70% of women who froze their eggs before turning 38 for 15 years, thawed at least 20 eggs to have a baby.
At Yellow IVF, we follow strict safety and storage standards to ensure your frozen eggs remain in excellent condition for as long as you need.

Does Egg Viability Decrease Over Time?
Not really. The key factor is the age at which the eggs are frozen, not how long they are stored. Oocytes frozen in your 20s or early 30s usually have higher success rates compared to oocytes frozen at an older age. Here is a detail:
Age | Egg Freezing Success Rate |
Less than 34 years | 10% – 25% |
35 – 40 | Less than 10% |
Above 40 years | 2% |
So, ensure to plan ahead because the egg freezing process works best when done earlier. This also applies if you do not plan to use the eggs for many years.
What About the Egg Freezing Cost?
We understand that egg freezing cost is a big concern. At Yellow IVF, we believe fertility preservation should be accessible. That is why we offer egg freezing at an affordable cost.The cost can also be split into easy EMIs. Yellow IVF offers transparent pricing and flexible payment options to make the process easier for you.
Final Words
The decision to freeze your eggs is personal. Whether you use them in 2 years or 5, they will be ready when you are. At Yellow IVF, we will support you through the egg freezing process with professional guidance and quality medical care.