For many couples struggling with severe infertility, medical conditions that prevent carrying a pregnancy, or recurrent miscarriage, surrogacy offers a path to parenthood. However, in India, surrogacy is governed by strict regulations. If you are exploring this option, you must understand altruistic surrogacy, which is the only legally permitted form of surrogacy in the country under the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act.
This comprehensive guide explains the meaning of altruistic surrogacy, who qualifies as a surrogate or intended parent, the legal guidelines, and the step-by-step clinical process.
What is the Meaning of Altruistic Surrogacy?
Under the Surrogacy Regulation Act, altruistic surrogacy is defined as an arrangement where a surrogate mother carries a child to term without receiving any commercial compensation, monetary reward, or financial incentives other than medical expenses and insurance coverage.
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Navigating the legalities and clinical steps of surrogacy requires expert legal and medical guidance. If you are looking to understand your eligibility or start the process, you can schedule a surrogacy consultation at Pravi Global IVF.
Legal Eligibility Rules in India
To undergo altruistic surrogacy, both the intended parents and the surrogate mother must meet strict legal criteria. For intended parents, they must be a legally married heterosexual couple aged 23-50 (wife) and 26-55 (husband) with a certificate of essentiality. For the surrogate, she must be a married close relative aged 25-35 with a biological child of her own. Gestational IVF is used, details are in our IVF treatment guide.
Conclusion
Understanding altruistic surrogacy is the first step toward a successful journey. By complying with the Surrogacy Regulation Act, focusing on gestational IVF options, and working with an accredited fertility center, you can build your family safely and legally.
Our team at Pravi Global IVF provides end-to-end medical, administrative, and legal support for surrogacy. Contact Pravi Global IVF today to schedule a detailed consultation.
Medical Reviewer
Dr. Monica Sachdev
Dr. Monica Sachdev is a leading IVF specialist in Delhi with over 18 years of experience in reproductive medicine. She is dedicated to providing evidence-based fertility care and has helped thousands of families achieve parenthood.
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