Imagine starting the next chapter of your life with a selfless act—giving the gift of parenthood to a family who needs you.
You can become a surrogate and experience that profound pride that comes with giving a priceless gift.
Our agency is here to make sure that your experience is safe, rewarding, and legally secure. We handle all the complexity of the Georgia legal process so you can focus entirely on the joy of helping others, all while earning competitive surrogate compensation.
Let’s walk through the steps on how to become a surrogate and discover the requirements to be a surrogate.
We are happy to talk to you one-on-one about your unique history and needs.
How to Become a Surrogate in Georgia: 6 Simple Steps
Each step in surrogacy brings its own unique excitement and challenges. Here’s what you can expect:
Step 1: Request Information and Review Qualifications
The first step is to check if surrogacy is right for you. You'll start by filling out a short form or calling a specialist to discuss the process and review the basic surrogacy qualifications.
Step 2: Complete the Screening Process
After basic screening questions, you will move forward with a full screening to verify your qualifications. This includes a medical assessment and background checks, all necessary to ensure you are completely prepared for the process.
Step 3: Find a Surrogacy Match
One of the most magical parts of your journey: meeting your intended parents. You get to review profiles and choose the family you will be helping, selecting them based on your communication and post-birth relationship preferences.
Step 4: Finalize the Legal Contract
This phase formalizes the next steps and protects you for the rest of the journey. A Gestational Carrier Agreement is drafted by attorneys representing both sides, clearly stating the financial compensation, responsibilities, and legal parental rights for all parties involved.
Step 5: Begin the Medical Process
You begin working with the fertility clinic to start the medical cycle. You'll take prescribed fertility medications leading to the embryo transfer, a quick procedure followed by a mandatory period of rest.
Step 6: The Pregnancy and Birth
For the next nine months, you focus on a healthy pregnancy, receiving regular monthly base payments. The ultimate joy is the delivery, after which the IPs take their baby home, and you take pride in your amazing contribution.
What Are the Requirements to Be a Surrogate in Georgia?
These surrogate requirements are based on strict medical guidelines to protect the health of everyone involved. If you've had a healthy pregnancy and delivery, you likely meet our basic criteria.
Here are the basic surrogacy qualifications:
- Age 21-40 years old.
- BMI between 19-32
- Have given birth to at least one child (that you are currently raising).
- No more than 5 vaginal births or 3 C-sections.
- In good overall physical and mental health.
- Non-smoker in a smoke-free home.
- U.S. citizen or legal resident.
- Financially stable (not relying on surrogate pay for basic bills).
- Strong support system.
- No history of substance abuse or criminal history.
Are There Exceptions?
In some cases, yes, there can be exceptions to some of the basic requirements. We are here to help you figure out if surrogacy is right for you, even if you are unsure about one or two requirements.
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How American Surrogacy Supports You Through the Journey in Delaware
Choosing an agency is a huge step, and you want to work with someone who provides protection and guidance. With American Surrogacy, you get the personalized, human support of a smaller team combined with the robust resources and experience of a national agency.
Our services ensure you feel supported, heard, and protected:
We carefully screen and only work with the best intended parents, ensuring we find families whose values align with yours. Our screening ensures you know what to expect with education and honest conversations. We work with the best reproductive law attorneys to protect your rights and understand your state laws. Throughout your journey, we're here for medical guidance, emotional reassurance and communication help to ensure you have the best experience possible. You’ll know exactly what you'll be paid and when. Whether we're managing payments directly or working with a trusted escrow partner, all the financial logistics are handled professionally. Our relationship doesn't end at delivery. We support you through postpartum and help facilitate whatever relationship you want with the family.Services for Surrogates
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Is There Anything Unique About Becoming a Surrogate in Georgia?
Georgia is widely considered a safe and favorable state for gestational surrogacy, but the legal framework hasn’t been formalized outside of case law.
- Favorable Case Law, No Statute: Georgia does not have a comprehensive surrogacy statute like many other states. However, court rulings have established a legal precedent that is highly favorable toward gestational surrogacy contracts, including those for compensation.
- Pre-Birth Orders (PBOs) are Common: Courts in Georgia frequently grant PBOs (Pre-Birth Orders) for intended parents, establishing their legal parentage before the baby is born. This process provides crucial legal security for you and the IPs.
- Metropolitan Fertility Hub: The Atlanta metropolitan area is home to numerous top-tier fertility clinics, which can reduce travel and logistical costs for Georgia surrogates during the medical phase.
Common Questions from Surrogates in Georgia
How long does it take to become a surrogate in Georgia?
The entire journey, from initial contact to delivery and recovery, typically requires 15 to 24 months. This allows ample time for the necessary medical and legal processes, including the final court proceedings. The actual matching period usually takes 1 to 4 months.
How much do surrogates get paid in Georgia?
Your total surrogate pay in Georgia typically ranges from $55,000 - $110,000+. The funds cover your time, risk, and all pregnancy-related costs.
What’s the first step in becoming a surrogate?
The very first step is scheduling a free consultation to understand your surrogate requirements and map out your personalized journey. This connects you immediately to experts who can guide you through Georgia’s legal precedents.
Do surrogates have to have had a baby before?
The matching process is centered on your desired relationship with intended parents. We help you find families that align with your preferences for communication frequency and involvement, ensuring a strong, mutual fit for the full journey.
Ready to Get Started?
Our agency is here to provide the support and legal guidance you need to begin your high-compensation journey in Georgia immediately. We manage the complexity of Georgia's case law so you can focus on the connection you are making.
- Claim Your Guide: Complete our simple form for immediate access to essential details about surrogate compensation and the Georgia journey.
- Schedule Your Review: One of our specialists will reach out for a private discussion to answer your questions and assess your surrogacy qualifications.
- Confirm Your Path: Walk away with the honesty and clarity needed to confidently decide if starting your surrogacy journey is the right next step.