Where is surrogacy available overseas?

Anyone who is wanting to make a baby by the most complex means known to humanity- international surrogacy-  should get expert legal advice in Australia and the overseas country BEFORE they sign up to any surrogacy or donor arrangement.

Not to do so is foolish, and may result in them having committed a serious criminal offence, as well as possibly prejudicing having their child living in Australia.

The Department of Foreign Affiars and Trade in its travel advice says:

“International surrogacy is a complex and evolving area which raises significant legal and social considerations. Surrogacy is poorly regulated in many countries, which gives rise to a range of concerns for the welfare of the parties involved. Concerns include both the potential exploitation of women and differing approaches among countries to the legal rights of children born as a result of surrogacy.
We strongly caution Australians to consider all legal and other risks involved in pursuing international surrogacy, and to seek independent legal advice on Australian and foreign laws. You should be aware that the regulatory environment in a host country may change without warning. The absence of rules and regulations governing surrogacy in some countries should not be seen as condoning commercial surrogacy. The risks of entering into such arrangements in less regulated markets are high.”