Surrogacy in Armenia
Armenia emerges as a leading destination for surrogacy, offering a legal, compassionate, and cost-effective solution for aspiring parents. Here, gestational surrogacy is conducted with utmost care, backed by a supportive legal framework and high-quality medical care. Our guide provides you with a comprehensive view of Armenia's surrogacy landscape, from understanding eligibility criteria for surrogates to detailed insights into the entire process, costs, and legal considerations, ensuring a well-informed and secure journey to building your family.
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Legal Aspects of Surrogacy in Armenia
In Armenia, surrogacy is legally allowed, focusing on gestational surrogacy where the surrogate isn't genetically related to the child. Surrogates must be between 18 and 35 years old, have at least one child, and pass health and psychological tests. Traditional surrogacy, using the surrogate's eggs, is not allowed. Gestational surrogacy is legal for heterosexual couples and has recently begun to support single people (men and women) using their own biological material. Surrogates can be paid more than just medical costs. After the child's birth, the intended parents are legally recognized as parents, if there's a genetic connection.
This progressive legal approach, combined with cost-effectiveness and high-quality medical care, makes Armenia an increasingly popular destination for surrogacy.
Couples We Help
Heterosexual Intended Parents
We understand that each surrogacy journey is unique, influenced by individual reasons and circumstances. Whatever brings you to consider surrogacy, we're ready to offer the support and guidance you need.
Many heterosexual couples turn to surrogacy for a variety of reasons. Some face infertility due to health issues such as cancer, while others wish to avoid passing on a genetic disorder or medical condition to their child. Based on your specific needs, we offer two options:
- Using your own eggs and your partner's sperm
- Choosing donor eggs or sperm.
Cancer Survivor Intended Parents
While cancer may have been part of your past, it doesn't shape your future. Surrogacy provides a wonderful chance to become a parent, where love, determination, and technology come together to realize dreams that once seemed out of reach. Our mission is to arm you with knowledge, support, and resources to take this brave leap forward. With each success story, we strengthen our belief: becoming a parent after cancer is not merely a dream, but a very real possibility.
Infertility After Cancer
Choosing to start a family following a cancer battle is both inspiring and complex. To support you in this decision, here are your choices:
- IVF (In Vitro Fertilization)
- If you've stored your eggs or sperm prior to cancer treatment, IVF could be a practical choice. It offers the potential to conceive a pregnancy with your own genetic material.
- Egg Donation
- For those who couldn't preserve their fertility, donor eggs present a practical solution. Depending on your health and capacity to carry a child, this can be an option for you or in conjunction with a surrogate.
International Intended Parents
Armenia is becoming increasingly known in the surrogacy landscape for its supportive legal framework, particularly for gestational surrogacy, its cost-effective services compared to Western countries, and high medical standards in reproductive technologies. The country offers experienced surrogacy providers and a culture that values family and children, creating a conducive environment for surrogacy arrangements. While primarily serving heterosexual couples and single women, Armenia's surrogacy options are accessible to international intended parents, making it a rising destination in the region, especially as neighboring countries tighten restrictions.
Armenia’ Surrogacy Requirements
In Armenia, surrogacy is legally allowed exclusively for married heterosexual couples.
- Married heterosexual intended parents must provide legal proof of their marital status.
- Intended parents often need to demonstrate a medical need for surrogacy, such as infertility or medical conditions that make pregnancy risky or impossible.
Here are the legal requirements to start the process:
- Passports
- Copies of passports of the intended parents for identification and verification.
- Marriage Certificates
- If the intended parents are a married couple, a copy of their marriage certificate is usually required.
- Medical Reports
- Medical documentation demonstrating the need for surrogacy, such as infertility diagnosis or health risks associated with pregnancy.
- Legal Agreement
- A surrogacy agreement between the intended parents and the surrogate, outlining all terms and conditions of the arrangement.
- Consent Forms
- Signed consent forms from all parties involved, acknowledging understanding and agreement to the surrogacy process.
- Psychological Evaluation
- In some cases, psychological evaluation reports of the intended parents may be required to ensure they are prepared for the surrogacy journey.
- Background Check
- Some agencies or legal authorities may require a background check to ensure the safety and suitability of the intended parents for surrogacy.
- Legal Representation Documentation
- Documents appointing legal representation for the intended parents, if applicable.
- Insurance Documents
- Insurance documentation for the surrogate, covering prenatal care, delivery, and any potential medical complications.
About the Surrogate Mother
Surrogate mothers in Armenia must meet certain criteria to qualify.
- Age Range
- Surrogates must be between 18 and 35 years old.
- Parental Status
- They should have given birth to at least one healthy child previously.
- Medical Health
- Surrogates must undergo comprehensive medical examinations to ensure they are physically capable of carrying a pregnancy to term without significant health risks.
- Psychological Health
- A thorough psychological evaluation is required to confirm the surrogate’s mental and emotional readiness for the surrogacy journey.
- Lifestyle Criteria
- Surrogates should lead a healthy lifestyle, which typically means non-smokers, free from drug use, and maintaining a healthy body weight (commonly measured by Body Mass Index or BMI under 30).
- No Major Chronic Illnesses
- They should not have any major chronic medical conditions that could affect the pregnancy.
- Marital Status
- If the surrogate is married, the consent of her husband is usually required.
- Legal Understanding
- A clear understanding and agreement to the legal aspects of surrogacy, including the relinquishment of parental rights to the intended parents after birth.
- No Genetic Link
- In gestational surrogacy, the surrogate cannot be genetically related to the child, meaning she cannot use her own eggs in the process.
Egg Donation
Our partnered clinics in Armenia feature a donor database that reflects the rich ethnic diversity of the Armenian population. The donors predominantly have Armenian descent, showcasing a range of physical characteristics typical of the region. This includes donors with features often associated with Armenians, such as dark hair, olive to fair skin tones, and varying eye colors. The database also includes donors from other ethnic backgrounds, providing a broad spectrum of choices. Prospective parents can access this database to find a donor that aligns with their specific preferences, whether they are seeking physical characteristics, health history, or other personal attributes. This approach ensures a personalized and comprehensive selection process for those seeking donor assistance in Armenia.
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Age
Egg donors between 21-35 years; sperm donors may have a broader age range.
Medical History
Free of genetic diseases or serious hereditary conditions.
Psychological Evaluation
Understanding and comfort with the donation process.
Physical Health
Good overall health, normal BMI, no substance abuse, and no STIs.
Fertility Requirements
Proven fertility for egg donors; good sperm count and motility for sperm donors.
Lifestyle Factors
Healthy lifestyle, non-smoker, no alcohol or drug abuse.
Legal Compliance
Willingness to adhere to legal requirements and sign consent forms.
About the Surrogate Baby
Here are the legal documents once the baby is born through surrogacy:
- Birth Certificate
- The baby's birth certificate will include the names of the intended parents.
- Passport & Nationality
- The baby's nationality and passport typically align with the biological father's nationality.
Vireo Surrogacy Cost in Armenia
The cost of surrogacy in Armenia typically ranges between $40,000 to $76,500. Here are the programs available at Vireo:
Frozen Embryo Transfer (FET) Program
The Frozen Embryo Transfer (FET) program is a specialized option for those with frozen embryos, ready to be used for surrogacy. These embryos may be sourced from your own eggs or from an egg donor, depending on the regulations of the destination country.
Intended parents are required to compile a specific package of documents and arrange for the safe shipment of their frozen embryos to the chosen country. This process also includes complying with any local permissions necessary. Once the embryos are securely transported to our partnered clinic, we take responsibility for preparing a surrogate mother for the embryo transfer. The program encompasses not just the transfer process but also offers ongoing support and coordination throughout the pregnancy, ensuring legal and ethical standards are upheld. Additionally, we provide continuous updates and monitor the surrogate's health and pregnancy progress, ensuring a smooth and well-supported journey for all involved.
Starting at $ 55,600
Own Eggs Program
Opting for the program using your own eggs allows you to create embryos for subsequent transfer to a surrogate mother. The female parent will undergo ovarian stimulation using specific medication, followed by an IVF cycle (ICSI). The program covers 2 or 3 attempts at embryo transfer. Before beginning the process, specific medical tests are required from the Intended Parents.
Starting at € 67,000 – 1 IVF & 2 attempts
Egg Donation Program
The Egg Donation program provides an IVF cycle with Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI), using an egg donor selected from our extensive international loop database. Donors come with complete profiles and photos, tailored to each destination's requirements. The program includes up to 2 or 3 attempts at embryo transfer. After the embryos are created, we'll match you with a suitable surrogate mother and commence preparations for the first embryo transfer. This comprehensive approach ensures a smooth and well-supported journey towards parenthood, with careful consideration given to donor selection and surrogate matching.
Starting at $ 70,000 – 1 IVF & 2 attempts
Guaranteed Program
A top choice of our intended parents, the Guaranteed Program offers unlimited IVF cycles with Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) and embryo transfers to maximize the chances of a successful surrogacy journey. This program includes comprehensive coverage, such as insurance for the surrogate mother throughout the process and Preimplantation Genetic Screening (PGS) of the embryos, though availability may vary based on the destination. Additionally, it encompasses other essential services designed to maintain ethical standards and comfort for all parties involved. This program is tailored to provide peace of mind and support at every step, ensuring a well-coordinated and ethically sound path to parenthood.
Starting at $ 81,500
Partnered Clinics Around the World
Vireo is a surrogacy agency partnered with highly ethical surrogacy clinics from various countries. We help intended parents by offering a variety of options that can fully optimize their surrogacy experience at a manageable financial cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
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