It takes an extraordinary person to become a gestational surrogate. The gift that a surrogates provides is a remarkable and generous one. In addition to the feeling of joy you experience as a surrogate, we will help to ensure that you are paid for your efforts, including generous compensation for surrogacy-related expenses. Surrogacy isn’t just a gift for someone else’s family—it’s a gift for yours, too. The money you’ll receive can help you support your family or fulfill a lifelong dream.
| Gestational Surrogate Compensation varies based on your region, first time or experienced surrogate fee and single versus multiple pregnancy. | |
| Baseline compensation for a 1st-time surrogate: paid in equal monthly installments after ultrasound confirmation of pregnancy; increased cost if carrying a multiple pregnancy. Compensation will vary based on circumstances and region. | $25,000 – $30,000 |
| Baseline compensation for an experienced surrogate: paid in equal monthly installments after ultrasound confirmation of pregnancy; increased cost if carrying a multiple pregnancy. Compensation will vary based on circumstances and region. | $30,000 – $35,000 |
| Embryo Transfer (upon completion of embryo transfer)* | $500 |
| Monthly stipend for miscellaneous expenses: $200/month, estimated 15 months* | $3,000 |
| Multiple pregnancy – per additional fetus* | $5,000 |
| Dropped or Mock Cycle* | $500 |
| Invasive procedure compensation – per occurrence (D&C, CVS, cerclage, etc.)* | $500 |
| Loss of one or more fallopian tubes* | $1,000 |
| Ectopic pregnancy surgery* | $1,000 |
| Cesarean section* | $1,500 |
| Hysterectomy* | $5,000 |
| Gestational Surrogates Lost Wages | Varies |
| *The compensation noted is a guide. Actual compensation is negotiated between the Intended Parents, Gestational Surrogate, and their attorneys. |