In 2025, China's single population will exceed 300 million, officially entering the "ultra-single era." Behind this figure is the reality that one in five people is single. In terms of geographical distribution, there are a large number of "leftover women" in large cities, and "leftover men" in small counties; highly educated women prefer to live independently. Changes in marriage concepts and economic pressure have jointly given rise to this phenomenon.
,.However, my country's "Human Assisted Reproductive Technology Specifications" clearly stipulates: "It is prohibited to implement human assisted reproductive technology to couples and single women who do not comply with the provisions of national population and family planning laws and regulations." Faced with policy restrictions, how can single people realize their childbearing dreams through test-tube technology? This article will provide you with a detailed analysis.
The concepts of marriage and love among contemporary young people are undergoing profound changes.
.Data shows that the number of single people in China will reach 240 million in 2023, of which the unmarried rate of people aged 25-29 is about 51.3%, and the unmarried rate of people aged 30-34 is 18.4%. There are complex social reasons behind this phenomenon.
.The average cost of marriage in first-tier cities is as high as 1.78 million yuan (including housing, car, etc.), which is equivalent to 23 years of savings for ordinary white-collar workers. At the same time, the awakening of women's consciousness has also changed the concept of marriage. The proportion of women with master's degrees in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen is 67%. The improvement in academic qualifications and income makes marriage no longer a necessity for survival.
,,.A 2023 China Youth Daily survey shows that 64% of young people love for "emotional companionship and mutual growth," and only 27% of young people aim to get married.
The first thing that needs to be clarified is that there are currently clear policy requirements for the application of assisted reproductive technology in mainland China, which requires the provision of marriage certificates and other relevant materials. This is the primary prerequisite faced by single people when using in vitro technology to give birth in China.
,,,.However, from a legal perspective, the rights and interests of single children have been clearly protected
The Marriage Law of the People's Republic of China (Note: the Marriage and Family Division of the current Civil Code) clearly stipulates that children born out of wedlock enjoy the same rights as children born in wedlock and shall not be discriminated against
The "Opinions of the General Office of the State Council on Solving the Problem of Registration of Persons without household registration" pointed out that persons without household registration who have given birth outside the policy or given birth outside of wedlock can apply to settle down with their parents based on the household registration booklet, marriage certificate or non-married birth instructions of one parent
The Nationality Law of the People's Republic of China stipulates that if both or one of the parents is a China citizen and the child was born in a foreign country, the child can have China nationality. This means that children born outside of wedlock can also apply for China nationality and apply for household registration, providing a legal basis for single people.
For single women, there are two main common methods of test-tube-related fertility. In recent years, many people have achieved fertility through these methods, such as Ye Haiyang, who publicly share their experiences, and celebrity ghosts.
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1. egg freezing
In China, healthy single women are not allowed to undergo routine egg freezing. Only when women suffer from cancer and other diseases and need chemotherapy, radiotherapy and other treatments that may affect fertility, can they apply for egg freezing at a medical institution to preserve fertility possibilities. In theory, egg freezing can be stored indefinitely, but the suitable use period is 10 years of thawing, which can better ensure egg activity and embryo survival rate; and the quality of female eggs will decline with age. At 35 years old, the quality of eggs is usually better. Good "tipping point", if there is an egg freezing plan, age factors need to be comprehensively considered.
If a single woman wishes to freeze her eggs and do so in a compliant manner, she should investigate which countries or regions allow such practices. When making a choice, it is important to pay attention to the qualifications and technical capabilities of local medical institutions. Additionally, it is necessary to understand the details of the egg freezing process, including costs and subsequent storage regulations.
2. Overseas IVF
Some countries or regions allow single women to use their own eggs (or in conjunction with volunteers) for IVF. Globally, the United States, Georgia, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, etc. are the more commonly chosen destinations. Among them, Kyrgyzstan has become a hot country for transnational assisted reproduction due to its high cost performance, legal compliance, and simple procedures. Its IVF technology is comparable to that of the United States and Europe, and can provide multi-country joint promotion of IVF, Flexible personalized ovulation promotion programs such as embryo transportation, and clear laws protect the rights and interests of expectant parents.
When choosing an overseas IVF option, it is necessary to understand the legal regulations of the target region in advance (such as whether certain documents are required, or what rights are protected after embryo transfer). It is also important to select a medical institution that has been officially recognized by local authorities. Additionally, consider whether there are any supporting services available, such as bilingual medical translations or accompaniment during the entire treatment process, to reduce the difficulties associated with seeking medical care across borders.
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1. sperm cryopreservation
Differentfrom freezing eggs for single women, some compliant medical institutions in mainland my country allow healthy single men to undergo sperm freezing to preserve fertility. When men apply for sperm freezing, they need to undergo a comprehensive physical examination, including infectious disease screening, sperm quality testing, etc., and can only operate after the results meet the requirements; at the same time, they need to understand the storage period of sperm freezing, annual storage costs and other details.
2. Overseas Assisted Reproduction

Since my country's mainland clearly prohibits third-party assisted pregnancy, if single men want to give birth through IVTs, they need to go to countries that allow single men to rely on third-party assisted reproduction (such as combining volunteers and third-party assisted pregnancy). The above-mentioned United States, Georgia, Kyrgyzstan, etc. are also optional.
When choosing this path, it is essential to thoroughly understand the legal provisions of the target country. This includes aspects such as the protection of rights for third parties involved in assisted reproduction, determination of parent-child relationships, and regulations regarding embryo use. Avoid any potential disputes that may arise due to legal ambiguity. Additionally, it is important to evaluate the hardware facilities of medical institutions, the success rate of in vitro fertilization procedures, and the quality of medical services provided. You can also consider using agencies that offer integrated services to ensure a smooth process and medical safety.
Whether single men or women are considering fertility through IVF technology, they need to consult professional medical teams and legal persons in advance to fully understand the policy differences in different regions, potential risks and ethical norms in medical processes; If you choose overseas assisted reproduction, you also need to comprehensively evaluate the legal environment, medical institution qualifications and supporting services of the destination, and make choices that suit your own circumstances while protecting your own legitimate rights and interests.
Whether they are single men or women, those considering using in vitro fertilization techniques to have children should consult with professional medical teams and legal experts in advance. It is important to understand the differences in policies across various regions, as well as the potential risks and ethical considerations involved in the medical process. If choosing overseas alternatives for reproductive assistance, it is also necessary to carefully evaluate the legal environment of the destination, the qualifications of medical institutions, and the availability of supporting services. Only by ensuring one’s own legal rights and interests can one make a choice that best suits their individual circumstances.