What Types of Surrogacy Are Available for Intended Parents?

The decision to grow your family through surrogacy is a major milestone. For couples facing uterine factor infertility, severe medical risks, or repeated IVF failures, surrogacy offers a reliable pathway to parenthood. If you are starting this journey, you must understand the different types of surrogacy available to find the path that aligns with your medical needs and local laws.

This guide explains the primary classifications of surrogacy—traditional versus gestational, and commercial versus altruistic—along with their genetic and legal differences.

Traditional vs. Gestational Surrogacy

In traditional surrogacy, the surrogate's own eggs are used, creating a genetic link. In gestational surrogacy, the surrogate carries an embryo created from the intended parents' or donors' eggs and sperm via IVF, meaning she has no genetic connection. Read about IVF protocols in our IVF treatment guide.

Explore Your Surrogacy Options
Choosing the right surrogacy path requires assessing your medical eligibility and understanding local regulations. If you want to consult with a fertility specialist or surrogacy coordinator, you can schedule a private consultation at Pravi Global IVF.

Commercial vs. Altruistic Surrogacy

Commercial surrogacy involves financial compensation for the surrogate, whereas altruistic surrogacy covers only medical expenses and health insurance with no cash payouts. Altruistic surrogacy is the only legal option in India. Read details in our altruistic surrogacy guide.

Conclusion

Understanding the different types of surrogacy is essential to planning a smooth, legally secure, and emotionally stable journey. Our clinical team offers complete support for legal gestational surrogacy. Contact Pravi Global IVF today to schedule a consultation.