Surrogacy Cost Around the World — Country-by-Country Guide

Thinking about surrogacy? One of the first (and biggest) questions intended parents ask is: how much will it cost? Surrogacy costs vary enormously depending on the country, whether surrogate compensation is permitted, medical needs (IVF, donor eggs), agency and legal fees, and local laws. This guide focuses mainly on country-wise costs (with clear, simple paragraphs for each nation) so you can compare budgets and understand what drives price differences.

Country-by-Country Surrogacy Cost

United States — $100,000 to $250,000+ (varies widely by state)

The U.S. is one of the most expensive places for gestational surrogacy because of higher surrogate compensation, medical costs, and legal expenses. Full-service packages commonly fall between $120,000 and $200,000, with premium programs (egg donation + multiple IVF cycles + high surrogate compensation or special insurance) pushing totals above $250,000. Agency fees, legal contracts, insurance, and surrogate pay are major cost drivers. Some states (e.g., California) are more surrogate-friendly and can be pricier; other states may complicate parentage and insurance.

Ukraine — $40,000 to $70,000

Ukraine became a major international surrogacy destination for intended parents seeking lower costs with well-developed IVF clinics. Typical full packages in recent years have been in the $40,000–$65,000 range, including surrogate compensation, IVF, and legal work — though figures can vary by clinic and political conditions. Ukrainian agencies often itemize surrogate compensation separately as a significant portion of the total. If you’re searching “surrogacy cost in Ukraine,” expect these ballpark numbers.

Russia — $30,000 to $60,000

In Russia, surrogacy (including compensated surrogacy) is legal and has been used by many international parents. Reported packages usually start around $30,000–$35,000 for basic gestational programs and can rise to $50,000–$60,000 for more comprehensive plans (multiple cycles, egg donation, extra legal support). Costs often include surrogate pay, clinic fees, and legal paperwork.

Georgia (country) — $35,000 to $70,000

Georgia is a common destination for European and international intended parents because of permissive law and relatively lower costs. Typical all-inclusive packages are often reported in the $35,000–$70,000 range depending on whether donor eggs are required and whether a guaranteed-baby plan is chosen. Packages generally include medical care, surrogate expenses, and legal services.

Mexico & Colombia — $40,000 to $80,000 (varies by clinic and state)

Several clinics in Mexico and Colombia offer surrogacy to foreigners (Mexico’s legal picture varies by state). Full-package costs are frequently in the $40,000–$80,000 band: lower than the U.S. but higher than the cheapest markets. These prices typically include IVF, pregnancy care, and surrogate compensation. Note: legal recognition for foreign intended parents varies by region — check local rules.

Greece & Cyprus — $50,000 to $90,000

Greece and Cyprus are popular within Europe for surrogacy. Greece has clear legal frameworks for intended parents and clinics that cater to foreigners. Expect €40,000–€85,000 (roughly $50k–$90k) depending on the clinic and whether egg donation or additional genetic testing is needed.

Israel — $60,000 to $100,000+

Israel has regulated, often pricier surrogacy pathways (domestic and occasional cross-border arrangements) with packages that can reach $60,000+. Medical standards are high and legal coordination is intensive, which raises costs.

Canada — $40,000 to $90,000 (altruistic surrogacy only)

Canada permits altruistic surrogacy (surrogates can be reimbursed for expenses but not paid a fee). Because surrogate compensation is limited to expenses, total costs often fall between $40,000 and $90,000 depending on clinic, whether egg donation is used, and private legal/agency fees.

United Kingdom & Ireland — altruistic models, $30,000 to $80,000 (varies)

• United Kingdom:Commercial surrogacy is not allowed; surrogate can only receive reasonable expenses. International intended parents sometimes use UK clinics where legal pathways exist for domestic intended parents. Costs typically reflect medical and legal fees plus expense reimbursements—often £25,000–£60,000 (roughly $30k–$75k).
• Ireland:recent legislative changes (2024–2025) have changed the framework — check local guidance if considering Ireland.

India, Thailand, Nepal — major legal changes; commercial surrogacy banned or restricted

Many countries that were once low-cost surrogacy destinations have tightened or banned commercial surrogacy for foreigners in recent years.

• India:commercial surrogacy has been restricted; recent schemes and regulations focus on altruistic/domicile-based arrangements. Estimates for domestically permitted, regulated programs in India have been quoted in local currency ranges (e.g., ₹12–18 lakh reported in some sources), but commercial surrogacy for foreigners is effectively prohibited—confirm current rules before planning.
• Thailand and Nepalalso changed rules after high-profile incidents; foreign access is now limited. Always verify the current law.

Major factors that affect total surrogacy cost

• Surrogate compensation:permitted in some countries (major driver) vs. expense-only reimbursements in altruistic jurisdictions.
• IVF cycles & egg donation:use of donor eggs or repeated IVF raises costs significantly.
• Agency vs. independent path:agencies charge placement and coordination fees; independent routes may reduce fees but increase legal risk.
• Legal fees & parentage orders:cross-border parentage documentation and citizenship processing can be costly.
• Insurance & delivery costs:maternal health insurance, neonatal care (NICU) if needed.
• Travel, accommodation, and postnatal care:for intended parents and/or surrogate.
• Guaranteed/“baby guarantee” packages:higher price for packages that include multiple cycles or guaranteed live birth.

Final notes

This guide gives country-level, ballpark costs to help you plan. Costs can and do vary — by clinic, changes to law, geopolitical events, exchange rates, and the medical needs of the parents and surrogate. Always:

1. Verify local lawsand clinic accreditation before making plans.
2. Request a detailed cost breakdown(medical, surrogate pay/expenses, agency, legal) from clinics/agencies.
3. Consider hiring a specialist attorney experienced in cross-border parentage and immigration.

Disclaimer: The figures above are estimates based on recent clinic and agency reports. They are intended as a starting point — actual quotes will vary.