Your surrogacy journey, step by step
Four phases, one coordinated journey
Scroll through the steps. Each one is managed by your personal coordinator — you are never alone.
First consultation, country and program selection, choice of the right path for your situation, and preparation of initial documents. 1–2 months.
Surrogate matching, first visit, and embryo transfer. Egg or sperm donation and embryo creation — only if needed; skipped for couples with frozen embryos. 1–2 months.
Continuous medical supervision, regular prenatal testing and check-ups, milestone updates, and advance preparation of embassy and citizenship documents. 9 months.
Delivery coordination, birth registration, and the full document package — birth certificate, child’s travel document, DNA testing where required, apostille or consular paperwork. 2–4 weeks.
Preparation
Choose an agency you can trust
Surrogacy involves medical procedures, legal documentation, cross-border logistics, and months of coordination between specialists, clinics, embassies, and government offices. The agency you choose is the foundation of your entire journey.
- Verified reviews and real stories. Verified client reviews, named success stories and real case studies — not just claims. Hundreds of families have completed their journey and share it openly.
- Legal support. We handle all legal matters — parentage, documents, reproductive law — in the country where your program takes place, and we advise you on the legal requirements in your home country.
- Personal coordinator. A single personal coordinator who stays with you from the first call until you return home — one point of contact at every stage.
- Fixed prices in the contract. Every cost and scenario is fixed in your contract before you sign — no hidden fees and no surprises later.
- Careful surrogate screening and care. Surrogates are thoroughly screened — medically and psychologically — and supported throughout the pregnancy. Their wellbeing is part of a safe, responsible program.
Why VittoriaVita?
Since 2008, VittoriaVita has guided 1,000+ families from 25+ countries to parenthood. Behind every program is a full in-house team — reproductive coordinators, lawyers, translators, and client managers. Together they carry your journey through every stage, from the first consultation to the moment you become a family.
Preparation
Free consultation and initial assessment
Your journey starts with a conversation — not a commitment. We take time to understand your medical history, family-building goals, and personal circumstances. This first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.
- Medical assessment. We review your reproductive situation to recommend the right program: whether you need IVF with your own eggs, donor eggs, or already have frozen embryos.
- Legal guidance. Surrogacy law varies by country. We explain what applies in your specific case: which documents your embassy requires, expected timelines, and any jurisdiction-specific details.
- Country recommendation. Each country has its own legal requirements and practical considerations. We help you determine the best fit based on your situation.
- Timelines and costs. You receive a clear overview: how long it takes (typically 12–15 months), what each program includes, what it costs, and how the payment schedule is structured — tied to milestones, not to the calendar.
Preparation
Selecting your country and program
Based on your consultation, you select the country and program that match your medical situation, legal status, and preferences. Each country we operate in has its own legal framework, eligibility rules, and pricing.
The difference between programs lies in the medical approach and the level of guarantees: from a base option for couples who already have frozen embryos to a program with unlimited transfer attempts. The difference between countries is mostly legal — who is eligible, how parental rights are recognized, and the local cost structure.
Where we operate
Each country has its own legal framework, eligibility rules, and pricing. Open any country to see the full overview and the programs available there.
See all programs across all countries
Full descriptions, what is included, and current pricing — side by side.
Preparation
Document preparation
Once you have chosen your country and program, document requirements come into focus. They depend on three factors: the country where your program runs, your country of citizenship, and your personal situation. There is no universal checklist — instead, your coordinator prepares one that is specific to your case, so you collect exactly what is needed and nothing more.
Personal documents
Prepared by you
Identity, civil status, and (where required) medical confirmation. The exact list depends on your country of citizenship and the program country.
For example: passports, marriage documents, medical reports — selected based on your case.
Personalized checklist
Prepared by us
Your coordinator prepares a checklist tailored to your situation. Each item comes with where to obtain it, the required format, and the deadline.
Local processing
Handled by us
Certified translation, notarization, apostille, clinic coordination, and all contractual paperwork.
The legal and administrative load stays with our team.
Medical
Surrogate mother and egg donor selection
Selection begins in parallel with document preparation. Every surrogate candidate undergoes rigorous, multi-stage screening: age 21–35, at least one healthy child, no chronic conditions, no harmful habits, and a full medical and psychological examination.
You receive her profile, and if you wish, a meeting with the surrogate can be arranged — by video before the program begins, or in person during your first visit. It is entirely up to you. A notarized contract is prepared between you and the surrogate.
Egg donor (if needed)
For programs with donor eggs, you receive access to a catalog of 250+ verified donors. Selection is based on your own preferences, and your coordinator helps you find a donor who fits what matters most to you.
Medical
An optional visit before the transfer
You do not need to be in the country for the medical stage. From the surrogacy agreement through to the embryo transfer, everything is handled under our coordination — so the only trip you need to plan is for the birth.
That said, some parents choose to come earlier — to meet their surrogate, take care of paperwork in person, or simply see where their journey is taking shape. If you would like to, we arrange the whole visit around you:
- All transfers throughout your stay
- Comfortable accommodation for the duration of your visit
- An interpreter with you at every appointment
- A medical consultation at our partner clinic
- The option to sign the surrogacy agreement and complete notarization in person
- A meeting with your surrogate, if you wish
A short stay of a few days is usually enough. Whether you visit now or not, the next step — embryo creation and transfer — continues under our full coordination, and your client manager keeps you informed at every stage.
Medical
Embryo creation and transfer
This is the medical core of the process. In every case, only genetically healthy embryos are used, and you are informed of every result as it becomes available.
How this stage unfolds depends on your program.
Choose the path that matches your situation to see what it involves:
The surrogate is prepared with full medical support. You select the sex and number of embryos (in programs with PGD). After transfer, monitoring follows: urine test on day 11, hCG blood test on day 14, and ultrasound confirmation on day 28.
Pregnancy
Pregnancy management (9 months)
From the moment pregnancy is confirmed, your child and the surrogate are monitored continuously by our medical team and partner clinic. This is the longest stage — approximately 9 months — and nothing is left to chance.
10+
Ultrasound scans
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Full screenings
24/7
Dedicated curator
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Continuous monitoring
- Regular ultrasounds throughout pregnancy to monitor fetal development
- Full blood panels at key milestones
- Standard prenatal screenings at each trimester
- Health and lifestyle oversight — your surrogate follows the medical team’s guidance throughout, confirmed at regular check-ups
- Milestone updates so you can follow the pregnancy at every stage
What we prepare together at this stage
This is also when we begin getting your documents ready for home. Before the 8th month, we guide you through preparing and submitting the documents your embassy requires — you are never left to work it out alone.
Homecoming
Delivery and first days with your child
Approximately 10–14 days before the expected delivery, you travel to the city where your program takes place. From the moment you arrive, VittoriaVita coordinates everything — accommodation, transport, hospital access, translation, and all delivery logistics.
- Accommodation. Private apartment for ~30 days — enough for the delivery and document processing
- Full transfer package. Hospital, registry office, DNA lab, embassy — all transport arranged
- A VittoriaVita team member is present at the birth, and hospital costs are included
- Private room in the maternity hospital included in all programs
- Baby essentials. Bath, sterilizer, crib, scales, stroller — provided for your stay
- Pediatrician visits after discharge about every two weeks, or sooner if your baby needs care
Homecoming
Document processing and return home
The final stage takes 2–4 weeks after discharge. Our legal team handles every step so you can focus entirely on your newborn.
- Birth certificate issued in the names of the biological parents
- DNA test at an accredited international laboratory to confirm the genetic relationship
- Embassy document package — translations, notarization, apostille. Our team coordinates with the embassy and accompanies you to all appointments
- Your VittoriaVita manager stays with you throughout — guiding you through each institution, translating, and making sure every appointment goes smoothly
- Medical records translated for your home country’s medical system
Returning home
A short stay of a few days is usually enough. Whether you visit now or not, the next step — embryo creation and transfer — continues under our full coordination, and your client manager keeps you informed at every stage.