{"id":141,"date":"2024-05-11T10:40:51","date_gmt":"2024-05-11T02:40:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.surrogacyjourneys.com\/\/?p=141"},"modified":"2026-04-22T11:47:37","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T03:47:37","slug":"how-to-choose-the-best-surrogacy-agency","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.surrogacyjourneys.com\/en\/how-to-choose-the-best-surrogacy-agency\/","title":{"rendered":"How to screen surrogacy agencies? 12 questions to ask before signing a contract."},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" >MENU<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surrogacyjourneys.com\/en\/how-to-choose-the-best-surrogacy-agency\/#%E4%B8%BA%E4%BB%80%E4%B9%88%E8%A6%81%E6%89%BE%E4%BB%A3%E5%AD%95%E6%9C%BA%E6%9E%84%EF%BC%9F\" title=\"Why do you need a surrogacy agency?\">Why do you need a surrogacy agency?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surrogacyjourneys.com\/en\/how-to-choose-the-best-surrogacy-agency\/#%E5%A6%82%E4%BD%95%E9%80%89%E6%8B%A9%E4%BB%A3%E5%AD%95%E6%9C%BA%E6%9E%84%EF%BC%9F\" title=\"How do I choose a surrogacy agency?\">How do I choose a surrogacy agency?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surrogacyjourneys.com\/en\/how-to-choose-the-best-surrogacy-agency\/#1%E3%80%81%E4%BA%86%E8%A7%A3%E4%BB%A3%E5%AD%95%E6%9C%BA%E6%9E%84%E7%9A%84%E4%BB%A5%E5%BE%80%E7%BB%8F%E9%AA%8C%E6%B0%B4%E5%B9%B3\" title=\"1. Understanding the level of previous experience of the surrogacy agency\">1. Understanding the level of previous experience of the surrogacy agency<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surrogacyjourneys.com\/en\/how-to-choose-the-best-surrogacy-agency\/#2%E3%80%81%E8%AF%A2%E9%97%AE%E4%BB%A3%E5%AD%95%E6%9C%BA%E6%9E%84%E6%8F%90%E4%BE%9B%E5%93%AA%E4%BA%9B%E6%9C%8D%E5%8A%A1\" title=\"2. Ask the surrogacy agency what services it provides\">2. Ask the surrogacy agency what services it provides<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surrogacyjourneys.com\/en\/how-to-choose-the-best-surrogacy-agency\/#3%E3%80%81%E4%BB%A3%E5%AD%95%E6%9C%BA%E6%9E%84%E6%9C%8D%E5%8A%A1%E8%B4%B9%E7%94%A8\" title=\"3. Costs of surrogacy agency services\">3. Costs of surrogacy agency services<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surrogacyjourneys.com\/en\/how-to-choose-the-best-surrogacy-agency\/#%E5%85%B6%E5%AE%83%EF%BC%8C%E9%9C%80%E8%A6%81%E9%97%AE%E4%BB%A3%E5%AD%95%E6%9C%BA%E6%9E%84%E7%9A%84%E9%97%AE%E9%A2%98\" title=\"Other questions to ask the surrogacy agency\">Other questions to ask the surrogacy agency<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>For families who are about to embark on the road of surrogacy, it is easy to be overwhelmed at first, and even though they have done a lot of research on the internet, when they are ready to look for a surrogacy agency, they are still confused as to what kind of surrogacy agency is really reliable and worth trusting. Today the webmaster is going to teach you through this article<strong>How to choose a professional surrogacy agency<\/strong>The<\/p>\n<p>In this article, you will learn the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Why a surrogacy agency;<\/li>\n<li>How to choose a surrogacy agency;<\/li>\n<li>How much does a surrogacy agency cost;<\/li>\n<li>List of questions to ask a surrogacy agency.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E4%B8%BA%E4%BB%80%E4%B9%88%E8%A6%81%E6%89%BE%E4%BB%A3%E5%AD%95%E6%9C%BA%E6%9E%84%EF%BC%9F\"><\/span>Why do you need a surrogacy agency?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The most direct way for most families wanting a surrogate to work with them is to find a surrogacy agency to work with, and some people ask, can I just find a hospital to work with and have them help with all of the things that go into the whole surrogacy process.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-143 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.surrogacyjourneys.com\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/yunfu5.jpg\" alt=\"surrogacy agency\" width=\"620\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.surrogacyjourneys.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/yunfu5.jpg 620w, https:\/\/www.surrogacyjourneys.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/yunfu5-300x194.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Of course it is not possible because the medical organization is only responsible for the surrogacy process of<strong>Egg retrieval, in vitro fertilization, embryo culture screening transfer<\/strong>The most important part of the surrogacy process is finding a surrogate mother, which is a resource that is not generally available in medical institutions.<\/p>\n<p>When searching for the right surrogate mother, it's time for surrogacy agencies to play their part. They are responsible for finding qualified candidates, matching you with a surrogate mother, taking care of her (and your) emotional well-being, and coordinating medical processes and services with your fertility agency.<\/p>\n<p>The surrogacy agency is also responsible for providing guidance in understanding all of the legal terms associated with surrogacy, which can be very complicated for most families without the support of a specialized attorney.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%A6%82%E4%BD%95%E9%80%89%E6%8B%A9%E4%BB%A3%E5%AD%95%E6%9C%BA%E6%9E%84%EF%BC%9F\"><\/span>How do I choose a surrogacy agency?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Both domestically and internationally, there are numerous surrogacy agencies, leading to a greater number of choices and, consequently, a sense of overwhelm and confusion. If you are currently focusing on the US market, first refer to this...<a href=\"https:\/\/www.surrogacyjourneys.com\/en\/us-surrogacy-agency-recommendations\/\">Top US Surrogacy Agencies<\/a>Looking back at the question list will make it easier to determine which questions to ask first. The following points will teach you how to choose a suitable surrogacy agency.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1%E3%80%81%E4%BA%86%E8%A7%A3%E4%BB%A3%E5%AD%95%E6%9C%BA%E6%9E%84%E7%9A%84%E4%BB%A5%E5%BE%80%E7%BB%8F%E9%AA%8C%E6%B0%B4%E5%B9%B3\"><\/span>1. Understanding the level of previous experience of the surrogacy agency<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In general, a surrogacy agency that has many years of service experience, usually their professional ability should be a little better, so to examine how the level of an agency, first look at how many years they have been doing it, how many successful surrogacy cases they have had, but also from the side of how their reputation is.<\/p>\n<p>The experience of a surrogacy agency is important; an agency that has stood the test of time has a wealth of experience in providing services, is quick to deal with any problems that may arise in all aspects of the process, and has more resources in the industry, such as in the area of matching surrogate mothers to the heart's content of the prospective parents in a short period of time.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2%E3%80%81%E8%AF%A2%E9%97%AE%E4%BB%A3%E5%AD%95%E6%9C%BA%E6%9E%84%E6%8F%90%E4%BE%9B%E5%93%AA%E4%BA%9B%E6%9C%8D%E5%8A%A1\"><\/span>2. Ask the surrogacy agency what services it provides<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Some surrogacy agencies only provide partial services, they may only be able to help find resources for surrogate mothers, when faced with some case management, legal support, they may not have the ability to provide services in this area, which leads to the whole process of surrogacy services is slow and may give rise to a variety of other problems.<\/p>\n<p>So be sure to ask if the surrogacy agency can provide, all the services needed throughout the surrogacy process (surrogate mother resources, egg resources, medical provider resources, attorney resources, etc.).<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-142 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.surrogacyjourneys.com\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/yunfu4.jpg\" alt=\"Cost of services of surrogacy agencies\" width=\"620\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.surrogacyjourneys.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/yunfu4.jpg 620w, https:\/\/www.surrogacyjourneys.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/yunfu4-300x194.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3%E3%80%81%E4%BB%A3%E5%AD%95%E6%9C%BA%E6%9E%84%E6%9C%8D%E5%8A%A1%E8%B4%B9%E7%94%A8\"><\/span>3. Costs of surrogacy agency services<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The issue of cost is often a major concern for prospective parents, and here we always remember the saying that a cheap surrogacy agency will never<\/p>\n<p>Provide services beyond the cost, so more expensive, naturally, with relatively good service.<\/p>\n<p>However, you should also find the right one for you according to your financial level, and there is no need to pursue high quality services. Taking American surrogacy agencies as an example, the general service fee is around $30,000-$50,000, depending on each state.<\/p>\n<p>It is important to note that<strong>This fee is only paid to the surrogacy agency and does not include the surrogate's compensation, attorney's fees, or medical expenses.<\/strong>The<\/p>\n<p><strong>There are also details you should ask the surrogacy agency about regarding the cost:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>What is included in your agency fee?<\/li>\n<li>Are there any hidden fees?<\/li>\n<li>What types of payment plans are offered? Are payments made in installments?<\/li>\n<li>Is a deposit required in advance? If so, how much?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E5%85%B6%E5%AE%83%EF%BC%8C%E9%9C%80%E8%A6%81%E9%97%AE%E4%BB%A3%E5%AD%95%E6%9C%BA%E6%9E%84%E7%9A%84%E9%97%AE%E9%A2%98\"><\/span><strong>Other questions to ask the surrogacy agency<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Below, I have prepared a list of questions that you can refer to when evaluating surrogacy agencies for some of its important things:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>How much does a surrogacy agency cost and what does it include?<\/li>\n<li>Does the organization provide in-house legal services?<\/li>\n<li>Does the organization have someone to help with custodial services?<\/li>\n<li>If legal services are not provided, will you be assisted in contacting an attorney or custodian?<\/li>\n<li>How many years has the organization been in business?<\/li>\n<li>What is the screening process for egg donors and\/or surrogates?<\/li>\n<li>Will the agency help you choose an insurance plan for your agent?<\/li>\n<li>Can you provide reviews from former clients and agents?<\/li>\n<li>What do healthcare organizations think of the agency?<\/li>\n<li>Are surrogate moms fully screened (physically and emotionally)?<\/li>\n<li>Does the agency adequately compensate surrogate mothers?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Above, is about how to choose a surrogacy agency some of the considerations, the most important thing is to pay attention to the surrogacy agency's history of service cases, the third party on its reputation, as well as figure out all the services of the surrogacy agency and the price, I hope that the above content, can help the family to find their own preferred surrogacy agency.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u5bf9\u4e8e\u5373\u5c06\u8e0f\u4e0a\u4ee3\u5b55\u4e4b\u8def\u7684\u5bb6\u5ead\u800c\u8a00\uff0c\u4e00\u5f00\u59cb\u5f88\u5bb9\u6613\u4e0d\u77e5\u6240\u63aa\uff0c\u5373\u4f7f\u5728\u7f51\u4e0a\u505a\u4e86\u5f88\u591a\u653b\u7565\uff0c\u4f46\u5f53\u81ea\u5df1\u51c6\u5907\u627e\u4ee3\u5b55\u673a\u6784\u65f6\uff0c\u4ecd\u662f\u4e00 [&hellip;]<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":142,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-141","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-surrogacy-knowledge"],"blocksy_meta":[],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.surrogacyjourneys.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/141","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.surrogacyjourneys.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.surrogacyjourneys.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.surrogacyjourneys.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.surrogacyjourneys.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=141"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.surrogacyjourneys.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/141\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3152,"href":"https:\/\/www.surrogacyjourneys.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/141\/revisions\/3152"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.surrogacyjourneys.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/142"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.surrogacyjourneys.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=141"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.surrogacyjourneys.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=141"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.surrogacyjourneys.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=141"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}