Guidance
Having a child through surrogacy
Information for intended parents, surrogates and health professionals about the surrogacy process in England and Wales.
- From:
- Department of Health and Social Care
- Published
- 28 February 2018
- Last updated
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Applies to England and Wales
Documents
Details
These documents explain how surrogates and intended parents can start a family through a surrogacy arrangement in England and Wales.
The guidance also sets out best practice for healthcare professionals providing care to people having a child through surrogacy.
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Published 28 February 2018
Last updated 253 AprilOctober 2024
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2025-10-03 16:04
Updated ‘The surrogacy pathway’ to add a new section on the risks of fertility treatment associated with surrogacy.
2024-04-25 11:23
The guidance has been updated to include additional guidance and sources for support to those who have experienced baby loss before the 24th week of pregnancy, including guidance on the baby loss certificate.
Details
These documents explain how surrogates and intended parents can start a family through a surrogacy arrangement in England and Wales.
The guidance also sets out best practice for healthcare professionals providing care to people having a child through surrogacy.
Updates to this page
Published 28 February 2018
Last updated Sign up for emails or print this page
Update history
2025-10-03 16:04
Updated ‘The surrogacy pathway’ to add a new section on the risks of fertility treatment associated with surrogacy.
2024-04-25 11:23
The guidance has been updated to include additional guidance and sources for support to those who have experienced baby loss before the 24th week of pregnancy, including guidance on the baby loss certificate.