Choosing the right surrogacy agency is a critical step in your journey to parenthood — whether you are pursuing surrogacy, egg donation, or both. The best agencies offer ethical standards, transparent pricing, legal support, medical coordination, surrogate and donor screening, and ongoing emotional support from start to finish. This guide explains the key factors to consider, essential questions to ask, and red flags to avoid when selecting a surrogacy agency that matches your goals and needs.
Transparency, medical oversight, legal compliance, surrogate & egg donor screening.
Matching, IVF coordination, contracts, counselling, international support.
Provide confidence, clarity, and protection throughout your surrogacy journey.
Key Factors to Consider
Top Questions to Ask an Agency Before Signing
Vague pricing without clear breakdowns
No legal counsel or contract detail
Minimal or no medical screening
Poor communication or slow responses
Unrealistic guarantees of success
If an agency hesitates to answer your questions clearly, consider other options.
Strong reputation and long track record
Comprehensive legal support
Rigorous surrogate/donor screening
Transparent cost and fees
Dedicated coordinator and communication
Emotional support services
Clear overview of medical partners and clinics
Start your search with reputation and experience. A respected agency will have a history of supporting intended parents — both domestically and internationally — with ethical services, clear processes, and positive outcomes.
Indian Egg Donors, for example, is a physician-led global agency matching intended parents with egg donors and surrogates worldwide.
Surrogacy is deeply tied to legal requirements, especially concerning contracts, parentage rights, and documentation. The right agency should guide you through every legal step.
Agencies like Indian Egg Donors offer legal support options and education for intended parents and surrogates alike.
Health, emotional readiness, and compatibility are crucial in surrogacy and egg donation. A professional agency conducts comprehensive medical and psychological screening for surrogates and donors.
This ensures the match is safe, ethical, and prepared for a positive outcome.
Choosing an agency that offers broad support ensures you don’t have to manage every step alone:
Some agencies also help international intended parents manage travel, documentation, and local coordination. This makes the process smoother and less stressful.
Surrogacy involves multiple costs — agency fees, medical procedures, legal fees, and possible travel. The right agency will:
Clear pricing helps you budget with confidence and compare agencies effectively.
Good communication is vital. Your agency should have a dedicated coordinator who:
Personal support makes the entire journey more predictable and less overwhelming.
Surrogacy is not just a medical process — it is a legal, emotional, financial, and ethical journey. The agency you choose plays a central role in coordinating every part of this process, from egg donor and surrogate screening to legal compliance and birth planning.
Choosing the wrong agency can result in delays, hidden costs, legal complications, or failed cycles — which is why careful selection is critical.
A professional surrogacy agency follows a structured and ethical process:
Step 1
Initial Consultation
Medical, legal, and family goals are reviewed
Surrogacy + egg donor requirements are discussed
Country-specific eligibility and regulations are explained
Step 2
Donor & Surrogate Screening
Medical and psychological screening
Lifestyle, background, and readiness evaluation
Compliance with ethical and legal standards
Step 3
Matching Process
Matching based on medical compatibility and preferences
Review of surrogate and/or egg donor profiles
Mutual agreement before proceeding
Step 4
Legal Contracts
Independent legal representation
Clear agreements for intended parents, donors, and surrogates
Parentage and consent documentation
Step 5
IVF & Pregnancy Coordination
IVF clinic coordination
Embryo transfer
Pregnancy monitoring and reporting
Step 6
Birth & Parentage Finalization
Delivery planning
Legal parentage confirmation
Post-birth support and documentation
Surrogacy costs vary depending on country, medical needs, legal structure, and donor/surrogate availability.
A reputable agency provides clear written cost breakdowns with no hidden fees.
A full-service surrogacy agency typically includes:
Egg donor recruitment and screening
Surrogate screening and matching
IVF clinic coordination
Legal documentation support
Pregnancy monitoring coordination
Communication and case management
Emotional and logistical support
Always confirm what is included vs. optional before signing an agreement.
Surrogacy involves legal risk if not handled correctly.
Key Legal Areas
Potential Risks
A qualified agency works with experienced reproductive attorneys to minimize these risks.
Most surrogacy journeys take 12–18 months, depending on medical and legal factors.
Timelines may vary based on donor availability, surrogate readiness, and clinic schedules.
Months 1–2
Months 3–4
Months 5–6
Months 7–15
Months 16–18
We maintain a secure and comprehensive egg donor database with over 1,000 pre-screened profiles, including:
Look for transparency, legal compliance, clear costs, and documented experience.
Some programs include egg donation; others offer it separately.
Typically 0–3 months, depending on availability and criteria.
Yes. Reputable agencies conduct full medical and psychological screening.
Yes, subject to legal and regulatory requirements.
This depends on the agency’s policy — always ask in advance.
No ethical agency guarantees pregnancy or live birth.
Agencies coordinate with reproductive law specialists.
Yes, profile selection is typically part of the process.
Established IVF clinics with donor and surrogacy experience.
We maintain a secure and comprehensive egg donor database with over 1,000 pre-screened profiles, including:
Many agencies offer or recommend counseling services.
Usually monthly or milestone-based updates.
Often recommended or required, depending on location.
Policies vary based on country and agreement.
Good agencies have contingency plans.
Reputable agencies use structured payment schedules.
Through confidentiality agreements and data protection.
Agencies assist with documentation and transition.
Yes, depending on legal jurisdiction.
Ideally before starting IVF or donor selection.
Indian Egg Donor specializes in gently helping the patient identify the root cause of their medical issues and then assist them to recover from their problems to help them move forward to good health.
Call us: at 212-661-7177 or Request a Consultation at:
Mail Us: info@indianeggdonors.com
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Email: info@indianeggdonors.com
Phone: (212) 661-7177
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