Learn about becoming a surrogate
Surrogacy involves medical treatment, pregnancy and a significant personal commitment. Candidates should be healthy women aged 20 to 38 who already have at least one child of their own. Before deciding, you should understand the screening requirements, medical risks, compensation (paid in stages), the notarized agreement setting out your rights, and the support available during pregnancy and after birth.
Our team can explain the application process and arrange the relevant professional assessments. Submitting this form does not commit you to a program.
Requirements under Armenian law
| Requirement | What the law says |
|---|---|
| Age | 20–38 (Article 15) |
| Own children | At least one child of her own |
| Previous births | No more than three deliveries and no more than one cesarean section |
| Previous surrogacy | Not allowed if she has already been a surrogate twice |
| Health | Medical examination under the official procedure, with no contraindications; genetic testing if a relative’s embryo is used |
| Marriage | If married, her husband’s written consent |
| Egg donation | Cannot be the egg donor in the same program |
| Pregnancy monitoring | Registered for medical monitoring before week 12 of pregnancy |
| Contract | Written contract certified by a notary (Articles 13 and 15) |
| Psychological assessment | Required by Aurum and the partner clinic (in addition to the law) |
The program takes place in Yerevan, Armenia. Women from Armenia, Georgia and other countries of the region can apply. For candidates from abroad, lawyers check the documents for a lawful stay in Armenia, the consent forms and the medical registration before the program starts. (Source: Article 15 of the Law on Human Reproductive Health and Reproductive Rights, arlis.am.)