Surrogate Compensation

You Deserve to Be Well Compensated

Name: Alpha Fidelis
Address: Irvine, CA, 92618, US
Telephone: (888) 360-9887

We believe surrogates should feel valued, supported, and financially secure throughout their journey.

Quick Answer

Gestational surrogates in California earn $50,000+ (first-time) or $60,000+(experienced) in base compensation. On top of base pay, intended parents cover all medical expenses, health and life insurance, independent legal representation, travel, lost wages, and monthly allowances — typically adding $20,000–$35,000 in additional value over the course of the journey.

Base Compensation

How Much Do Surrogates Earn?

Compensation varies depending on your experience and the specific surrogacy agreement. Contact us for a personalized estimate.

First-Time Surrogates

$50,000+

Base compensation, paid throughout the journey

Experienced Surrogates

$60,000+

Higher compensation for those who have surrogated before

Additional Benefits & Allowances

Contract Signing Bonus

Received once the legal contract between surrogate and intended parent(s) is complete and official.

Paid Health Insurance

Intended parents purchase health insurance for the surrogate. If you already have insurance, costs can be covered.

Paid Life Insurance

Intended parents provide life insurance for the duration of the surrogacy journey at no cost to you.

Paid Medical Screening

All tests and procedures required during the medical screening process are fully covered by the intended parents.

Paid Psychological Evaluation

The cost of meeting with a licensed psychologist is covered by the intended parents.

Paid Legal Counsel

All legal fees related to the surrogacy journey, including your own independent legal representation, are covered.

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Monthly Allowance

A monthly allowance covers incidental expenses including travel, childcare, vitamins, supplements, and other surrogacy-related costs.

Monthly Support Bonus

An additional monthly bonus for surrogates who are undergoing therapy with a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).

Travel Reimbursement

Mileage and travel costs to and from all appointments are fully reimbursed.

Maternity Clothing Bonus

A maternity clothing allowance is provided beginning at the 16th week of pregnancy.

Childcare & Housekeeping

At 25 weeks of pregnancy, surrogates become eligible for childcare and housekeeping benefits.

Medication Start Bonus

A bonus is given once the surrogate begins Frozen Embryo Transfer (FET) medications.

Embryo Transfer Bonus

Compensation is provided for each embryo transfer, including transfers that are not successful.

Bonuses for Medical Procedures

Additional compensation for certain medical procedures that may be recommended, such as sonohysterograms or C-sections.

Note: Your personal compensation package is discussed during the screening process and documented in your legal contract before you begin. The intended parents are responsible for the base fee, all medical expenses, legal and agency fees, and any additional expenses you may incur during the journey.

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