We get lots of email from men wanting to know how they can become a sperm donor. We are not a sperm bank, so you can't donate with us. But here are some things you should know if you want to become a sperm donor:
Requirements
The requirements for becoming a sperm donor are very high. Most sperm banks reject 90-95% of all applicants. You must be in excellent health and between 18 and 35 years old.
You must be free from sexually transmitted diseases and not a heavy drinker or smoker. If you are adopted, you may be required to have medical records of your biological parents.
Committment
You must be willing to make visits to a clinic or sperm bank 1-3 times a week for at least six months.
What to expect
You can expect to have a full medical exam including blood and semen analysis, and you may be asked to visit again for a follow-up exam in three or six months.
You will be paid for each specimen, usually somewhere between $50-100 per specimen.
Where to go
You can use our fertility professional search find a sperm bank or fertility clinic near you. Tell them you're interested in becoming a sperm donor. They may be able to recommend a sperm bank in your area.
If you have questions about fertility
If you have fertility-related questions, try contacting Resolve, which has an anonymous toll-free help line. The number is on their website.
Find out everything you want to know about fertility and donor insemination (also called artificial insemination). Check out our glossary or information like choosing a Reproductive Endocronologist, choosing donor sperm, choosing a sperm bank and much more!
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