All about the application process

How to Apply

Applying to be a sperm donor can feel intimidating. The process is long but straightforward, and we make it as simple as possible for our donors.

Fill in our questionnaire

Come and see us

Complete a few forms and tests

Begin donating!

Filling in the questionnaire

  • To begin the application process, simply complete the questionnaire at the bottom of the page. 
  • Your form will be reviewed, and you’ll receive a response with the next steps within 48 hours.

Initial appointment

  • There will then be an initial appointment to check the sperm count and motility meets the acceptance criteria.
  • The results are reviewed within 2-3 days, and the donor is contacted regarding the outcome.
  • If they meet acceptance criteria, they move on to next stages of screening. 

Screening

  • The next stage involves: filling out a medical history and legal consent forms; blood, urine tests and  a physical examination to exclude any physical abnormality or STD (sexually transmitted disease).
  • There is also a mandatory visit to an independent counsellor to ensure that you have come to the right decision for you.

Beginning donation

  • The application and screening process can take 6-8 weeks.
  • After this has been completed, donation can begin.
  • Donors are given an appointment – some choose to visit on the same day and time each week, whereas others need more flexibility.
  • We’ll work with you to accommodate any work commitments or requirements. It’s preferable that the donor visits once a week if possible, and we collect anything between 20-30 samples.

Get Started

To get started, fill in the questionnaire below. Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are required.

Quick application
Please confirm you are aged between 18-45 years. *
Are you currently receiving any medication or care for any conditions (physical or psychological)?
Have you ever been a sperm donor elsewhere? This includes outside of the UK or outside of a regulated clinic.
Can you confirm you are normally resident in Nottingham or the surrounding local areas of Derby, Leicester or Lincolnshire?
We are only currently set up to accept donors from this area. If you live outside this region please contact a clinic that is nearer to you.
One of our team will be in touch shortly to arrange for you to attend our unit for an initial semen analysis. Please confirm your preferred method of communication.