生育地圖Which cities/counties offer social egg freezing subsidies? How to apply?
As of 2026, more than ten cities and counties across Taiwan, including Taipei City, New Taipei City, Taoyuan City, Hsinchu City, Taichung City, Tainan City, Kaohsiung City, have piloted or implemented subsidies related to egg freezing (oocyte cryopreservation). However, eligibility varies by city/county—most cities (such as Hsinchu City and Taoyuan City) offer social egg freezing subsidies for any healthy woman, whereas **Taipei City only allows applications for medical egg freezing due to cancer or other medical factors threatening fertility; general healthy women are currently not eligible**. Common subsidy items include AMH blood test fees, egg freezing procedure fees, and annual egg storage fees. Amounts and eligibility depend on individual city/county regulations (e.g., Hsinchu City's egg freezing procedure subsidy cap is approximately NT$20,000, and with storage fees total cap is about NT$31,000; Taipei City's medical egg freezing subsidy cap is approximately NT$32,000). Most require local household registration for a certain period and treatment at a partner reproductive institution before applying. The following is a neutral summary; actual city lists, amounts, eligibility, and application procedures are subject to the latest announcements from each city/county government's Department of Health or relevant women's and children's affairs bureau.
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How to check if my city/county offers egg freezing subsidies?
Egg freezing (oocyte cryopreservation) subsidies are mostly managed by local governments and are often pilot programs subject to annual adjustments. Therefore, the most reliable approach is to verify directly through official local channels rather than relying on hearsay. It is recommended to confirm in the following order.
- Check the official website of your city/county’s Department of Health: Search for “(city/county name) egg freezing subsidy” or “fertility preservation subsidy” to find the program page announced by the Department of Health or related women’s and children’s affairs bureau.
- Confirm whether the program is still accepting applications: Pilot programs often have annual application quotas or deadlines; verify that the announcement is the current valid version.
- Read the eligibility criteria carefully: Note whether it is limited to social egg freezing or medical egg freezing, and whether a minimum period of local household registration is required.
- Contact the local Department of Health by phone: When in doubt about eligibility or required documents, calling directly is the most timely way to confirm.
Egg freezing subsidies are mostly local pilot programs subject to change. Always refer to the latest announcements from each city/county government’s Department of Health or women’s and children’s affairs bureau. This page is a neutral information summary only.
What items do egg freezing subsidies typically cover? How is the amount broken down?
Although the amounts and eligibility of egg freezing subsidies vary by city/county, the types of subsidy items can generally be categorized into three types. Understanding these categories helps in interpreting which part of the process each city/county announcement covers.
| Type of Subsidy Item | Corresponding Treatment Stage | Common Payment Method |
|---|---|---|
| Testing fee subsidy | Pre-treatment ovarian function assessment, e.g., AMH blood test | Mostly a one-time fixed amount |
| Egg freezing procedure fee subsidy | Ovarian stimulation, egg retrieval surgery, and egg freezing processing | Often a single cap; some cities limit to once per lifetime |
| Storage fee subsidy | Annual egg storage after retrieval | Often subsidized annually with a maximum number of years |
Some cities subsidize all three categories, while others cover only one or two, each with its own caps and application deadlines. Actual items and amounts are subject to each city/county’s announcement.
This table is a neutral summary of subsidy item types and does not list specific amounts. Actual items, caps, and eligibility are subject to the latest announcements from each city/county government.
What is the difference in subsidies between social egg freezing and medical egg freezing?
Before applying for egg freezing subsidies, it is recommended to clarify which category you fall into, as some cities/counties distinguish between them for eligibility.
- Social egg freezing: Refers to freezing eggs for non-medical reasons, based on personal fertility preservation planning. This is a common target for recent local pilot subsidies.
- Medical egg freezing: Refers to preserving eggs due to disease or treatment factors (e.g., receiving medical treatment that may affect ovarian function).
Some cities subsidize both categories, some only one, and the eligibility requirements and necessary documents may differ (e.g., medical egg freezing may require diagnostic documents). Clarifying your own category helps in identifying the correct program conditions.
The applicability of subsidies for the two categories varies according to each city/county’s regulations. Please refer to the local Department of Health announcements. This page is a neutral information summary, not medical advice.
What are the common conditions and procedures for applying for egg freezing subsidies?
Although details vary by city/county, applications for social egg freezing subsidies generally share several common elements, for which you can prepare in advance.
- Household registration requirement: Most require the applicant to have been registered in the city/county for a certain period, usually counted from the date of registration.
- Designated institution: Treatment must be received at a partner or contracted artificial reproduction institution approved by the Ministry of Health and Welfare in that city/county.
- Prepare documents: Commonly include identity and household registration proof, treatment or payment receipts, test reports, etc., prepared according to the announcement checklist.
- Submit within deadline: Some cities require application within a certain period after treatment completion to the Department of Health or women’s and children’s affairs bureau.
- Review and disbursement: After approval, funds are disbursed according to regulations; some programs have annual application quotas.
The above is a neutral summary of common elements. Actual registration period, document list, application deadline, and disbursement method are subject to the latest announcements from each city/county government.
FAQ
Which cities/counties offer egg freezing subsidies?
As of 2026, cities and counties that have piloted or implemented egg freezing-related subsidies include Taipei City, New Taipei City, Taoyuan City, Hsinchu City, Miaoli County, Taichung City, Yunlin County, Chiayi City, Tainan City, Kaohsiung City, Hualien County, Penghu County, etc. The start time, items, and eligibility vary by city/county and are subject to change. For the exact list, please refer to the announcements from each city/county government's Department of Health or women's and children's affairs bureau.
What items do egg freezing subsidies typically cover?
Common subsidy items include AMH blood test fees (approximately NT$1,000 per case in some cities/counties), egg freezing procedure fees, and annual egg storage fees. Some cities cover all three items, while others cover only one or two, each with caps and application deadlines according to each city/county's announcement.
What is the difference between subsidies for social egg freezing and medical egg freezing?
Social egg freezing generally refers to freezing eggs for non-medical reasons to preserve fertility, while medical egg freezing refers to preserving eggs due to disease (e.g., cancer treatment that may affect ovarian function). Some cities distinguish between these two categories for subsidy eligibility and conditions; some subsidize only one type. The actual scope of application depends on each city/county's announcement—for example, Taipei City currently only accepts applications for medical egg freezing, and social egg freezing for general healthy women is not covered.
What are the conditions and amounts for Hsinchu City's egg freezing subsidy?
According to Hsinchu City's pilot program, any healthy woman can apply. Items include AMH blood test subsidy, egg freezing procedure subsidy (household registration for at least one year, once per lifetime, cap approximately NT$20,000), and egg storage fee subsidy (approximately NT$2,000 per year, up to 5 years, limited pilot enrollment), with a total cap of approximately NT$31,000. The one-year requirement is based on the date of household registration. Exact applicable quotas, amounts, and annual regulations are subject to the Hsinchu City Government announcement.
How to apply for Taipei City's egg freezing subsidy? Can ordinary people apply?
Taipei City's egg freezing subsidy is limited to 'medical egg freezing'—applicants must have a certificate from an oncologist or other specialist proving that cancer treatment or other medical factors threaten fertility. Social egg freezing for general healthy women is not currently applicable. The subsidy cap is approximately NT$32,000. Applications are submitted by individuals, who must prepare and submit documents within a certain period (approximately 6 months) after treatment completion. Exact eligibility, amount, and application deadline are subject to the latest announcement from the Taipei City Department of Health.
What are the common conditions for applying for egg freezing subsidies?
Common conditions include: the applicant must be registered in the local area for a certain period, receive treatment at a partner or contracted artificial reproduction institution in that city/county, submit required documents to the Department of Health or women's and children's affairs bureau according to regulations, and receive disbursement after approval. Details vary by city/county (some, like Taipei City, also require medical factors). Please follow local announcements.
Is the egg freezing subsidy the same as the Health Promotion Administration's IVF subsidy?
No. The Health Promotion Administration's IVF subsidy is a central government program for infertile couples undergoing IVF treatment (neutral summary available on this site's 'How to apply for government IVF subsidies?' page). Egg freezing subsidies are mostly local government programs for egg cryopreservation. The administering agencies, target populations, and applicable treatments differ. They can be inquired about and applied for separately.
Where can I find the latest information on egg freezing subsidies?
It is recommended to directly check the official websites of each city/county government's Department of Health or women's and children's affairs bureau, or call the local Department of Health. Egg freezing subsidies are mostly pilot programs, and amounts and eligibility are subject to change. Always refer to the latest official announcements. This page is only a neutral information summary.
Further References (Official Data Sources)
· This page is a neutral compilation of information, for reference only, not medical advice, and does not constitute any treatment commitment. Actual regulations and treatments should be based on announcements from competent authorities and explanations from qualified physicians.
