How Much Should I Expect to Pay the Surrogate Mother, Gestational Carrier, or an Egg Donor?
Surrogate mothers and gestational carriers (that are not close relatives or best friends) typically seek on average anywhere from $10,000 to $25,000 in assistance, not including the additional costs for medical expenses and legal representation. Virginia law does not permit lump sum payments. However, Virginia law does allow for assistance for reasonable and ancillary expenses. Typically, surrogacy contracts are set up so that the intended parents make monthly payments to the surrogate mother for a fixed period of time. Some surrogate mothers or gestational carriers also may seek life insurance coverage for the duration of the pregnancy and the post-partum period. Close relatives and best friends that serve as surrogates or gestational carriers usually seek minimal financial assistance. For egg donors, contracts typically entail anywhere from $3,000 to $6,000 in financial assistance.
