Not sure if you qualify yet? Take our 3-minute surrogacy quiz to see if you meet the basic requirements.
If you qualify, great! We’ll take you to the next steps you need to take to apply to become a surrogate.
And if you do not qualify right now, don’t worry. We can still guide you on what may be holding you back and how we can help you move forward when the time is right. Scroll down below for more information.
The main goal of having surrogacy requirements is to make the journey as safe as possible for you and the baby. They protect your health and well-being by helping reducing medical risks and supporting a safe experience. Moreover, clear requirements foster trust and confidence for everyone involved in the journey.
There are 3 main categories of criteria, with the overview here on the side.
However, there are many more details involved. In our Surrogate Requirements Guide, we detail all the criteria into details.
Surrogates need to carry a pregnancy while bearing minimal risks for themselves and the baby. Therefore, they are usually required to be between 21 to 40 years old, with a healthy BMI (Body Mass Index) at 18-32 depending on the medical history. Moreover, you must have experienced at least one healthy pregnancy and delivery, with no major complications such as preeclampsia or preterm labor. This will help doctors initially assess how your body responds to pregnancy.
Surrogates must be non-smokers and free from illegal drug use, which includes vaping, recreational drugs and substance abuse. Carrying the surrogacy journey in a stable lifestyle is important, along with no serious criminal history. Candidates must also be emotionally healthy and be able to pass a psychological evaluation to ensure a safe journey.
Surrogacy requires time and commitment. It is important for the candidates to be financially stable and not relying on surrogacy as their main income. Moreover, support from family or a partner is strongly encouraged throughout the journey.
You can find all the details about the specifics of the criteria above surrogate requirements guide.
Body mass index plays an important role in pregnancy safety. A BMI outside the required range may increase the risk of pregnancy complications.
You can check your BMI using our BMI Calculator. Learn more about Surrogate BMI Requirements and Why It Matters For Your Safety.
The surrogacy process contains 5 main parts:
You can learn about the details steps of each part in our Process how to become a surrogate page.
Start by filling out a quick online form to check if you meet the basic qualifications.
If eligible, you’ll move on to a more detailed application, sharing your medical history, prior pregnancies, lifestyle habits, and preferences.
We’ll coordinate your medical and psychological evaluations, then work to match you with intended parents who align with your values and comfort level.
After contracts are signed, you’ll begin medical protocols, undergo the embryo transfer, and move forward with full agency support until delivery and beyond.
SurrogateFirst offers one of the most competitive and transparent surrogate compensation packages in the industry.
You get to build your own compensation with the SurrogateFirst calculator which allows you to determine what’s most important in terms of base compensation, benefits and your stances on termination and vaccines.
