Anfa Fertility Center, Casablanca, Morocco
π₯ About Anfa Fertility Center
Anfa Fertility Center (AFC), also known as African Fertility Center, is a fertility clinic in Casablanca. Opened in November 2008 and led by Professor Omar Sefrioui, it offers IVF, ICSI, artificial insemination and freezing of eggs, sperm and embryos.
AFC presents itself as the first independent clinic in Morocco specialising in reproductive medicine[1]. It is certified ISO 9001:2015 and states it was the first fertility clinic in North Africa to achieve ISO 9001 certification[3]. It also holds two quality awards: the International Quality Crown in London in November 2012 and a European Good Practice Award in Vienna in 2013[1].
The clinic is located at 5 Rue Ahmed El Mokry, Boulevard d’Anfa, Casablanca. Its team claims the first pregnancy from vitrified embryos in 2007-2008[1].
πΌ Areas of expertise
Anfa Fertility Center treats couple infertility, from initial assessment to assisted reproductive technology[1]:
- In vitro fertilisation (IVF) with or without ICSI
- Artificial insemination with partner’s sperm
- IMSI (intracytoplasmic morphologically selected sperm injection) for severe sperm abnormalities
- Endoscopic surgery: diagnostic and operative hysteroscopy
- Fertility preservation: freezing of eggs, sperm and embryos by vitrification
- Embryo genetic testing, within the framework of Moroccan law
- Investigations: ultrasound, blood tests, semen analysis
πΆ Procedure prices
AFC does not publish its prices on its official website. The amounts below are estimates and must be confirmed by a personalised quote from the clinic.
| Procedure | Price at AFC (estimate) | In the UK |
|---|---|---|
| IVF with ICSI | Β£1,300 – Β£1,700 | Usually covered by your healthcare system |
| Artificial insemination | Β£340 – Β£510 | Usually covered by your healthcare system |
| Embryo freezing | Β£260 – Β£430 | Usually covered by your healthcare system |
| Semen analysis | Β£43 – Β£68 | Β£80 – Β£250 |
π§ββοΈ Medical team
The official website names only one doctor[1]:
- Professor Omar Sefrioui: Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, he leads the medical team at AFC. He also heads the Women’s Clinic of Casablanca, a partner establishment of AFC specialising in gynaecology[5].
According to the clinic, he works with coordinating doctors, a healthcare manager and a nursing team[1].
π₯ Presentation video
πΈ Photos of the clinic
π§ Your treatment journey
An IVF cycle typically follows these steps:
1. Initial contact: make an appointment by phone or email and send your medical records for an initial assessment.
2. Consultation: couple’s assessment (ultrasound, blood tests, semen analysis) and choice of protocol.
3. Stimulation: ovarian stimulation under ultrasound and hormonal monitoring.
4. Egg collection: egg retrieval under anaesthesia, fertilisation in the laboratory, embryo culture.
5. Transfer: embryo transfer 3 to 5 days after collection.
6. Follow-up: pregnancy test about 2 weeks after transfer, with possible follow-up with your gynaecologist in the UK.
βοΈ Practical information
Airport: Mohammed V International Airport, Casablanca
Languages: Arabic, French (official website in French)
Certification: ISO 9001:2015[3]
Legal framework: in Morocco, law 47-14, published in the Official Bulletin in April 2019, restricts assisted reproduction to married couples using their own gametes[4][6]. Egg donation, sperm donation and surrogacy are not permitted[7].
ποΈ Included services
AFC’s official website does not detail services for international patients (transfers, accommodation, interpreter). Ask the clinic what the quote includes before booking your trip.
π¨ Hotels near the hospital
π Timelines and duration
Length of stay: generally 15 to 20 days for a complete IVF cycle, less if stimulation starts in the UK
Procedure durations:
- Egg retrieval: about 30 minutes under anaesthesia
- Embryo transfer: a few minutes, without anaesthesia
π Key data
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Opened | November 2008 |
| Lead doctor | Professor Omar Sefrioui |
| IVF pregnancy rate (2016, clinic data) | 47.4% all ages; 14.3% aged 40-44 |
| Insemination pregnancy rate (clinic data) | 18% (women under 44) |
| Certification | ISO 9001:2015 |
These rates are published by the clinic itself[2] and date from 2016. Ask the clinic for recent results for your age group.
β FAQ
What is the success rate of IVF at AFC?
According to 2016 figures published by the clinic, the pregnancy rate for IVF is 47.4% for all ages, 52.6% under 30 and 14.3% between 40 and 44. For insemination, it is 18%. These data are dated and should be updated with the clinic.
Does AFC accept single women?
No. In Morocco, law 47-14 restricts assisted reproduction to married couples: a marriage certificate is required. Single women and unmarried couples cannot be treated there.
What tests are needed before IVF?
Usually: hormone profile, ultrasound, semen analysis, infectious disease screening and hysterosalpingography. AFC performs blood tests, ultrasounds and semen analyses on site. You can have part of the work-up done in the UK before you travel: ask the clinic for the exact list.
Is egg donation possible at AFC?
No. Moroccan law 47-14 only allows the use of gametes from the married couple: egg and sperm donation are excluded. In the UK, egg donation is regulated by the HFEA and may be available on the NHS or privately, subject to criteria.
How long do I need to stay in Casablanca for IVF?
Allow 15 to 20 days: a few days for tests, 10 to 12 days of stimulation, egg retrieval, then 3 to 5 days before transfer. The pregnancy test can be done in the UK.
Does AFC offer preimplantation genetic testing?
AFC mentions embryo genetic testing services. In Morocco, genetic evaluation of embryos is permitted but regulated by law 47-14. Ask the clinic which indications it accepts before committing.
π Location
Address: 5 Rue Ahmed El Mokry, Boulevard d’Anfa, Casablanca 20000, Morocco
Phone: +212 5 22 39 00 05 or +212 5 22 39 05 05
Access: the clinic is in the Anfa district, west of the city centre. A taxi is the easiest way to get there.
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π Conclusion
Anfa Fertility Center has been providing IVF, ICSI and artificial insemination in Casablanca since 2008, under the direction of Professor Omar Sefrioui. The clinic is ISO 9001:2015 certified and does not publish its prices.
Moroccan law restricts assisted reproduction to married couples and excludes any gamete donation. For IVF with your own gametes, request a detailed quote and recent results from the clinic. In the UK, IVF is often available on the NHS, subject to local criteria, and private treatment is also an option.
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