Surrogacy Treatment in Turkey
About Surrogacy
Key Highlights
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Enables individuals and couples to have a biological child when pregnancy is not possible or safe.Gestational surrogacy allows for a genetic link to one or both intended parents.Managed by a dedicated, multidisciplinary team of fertility specialists, counselors, and legal experts.Offers a structured, ethical, and legally sound pathway to parenthood.Provides hope and a viable family-building option for a wide range of medical and social situations.
Who is this surgery for?
- Absence of a uterus (due to congenital condition or hysterectomy).
- Medical conditions that make pregnancy life-threatening (e.g., severe heart disease, advanced renal disease).
- Recurrent implantation failure or unexplained recurrent pregnancy loss.
- Certain uterine abnormalities or severe intrauterine adhesions (Asherman's syndrome).
- For same-sex male couples or single men wishing to have a biological child.
- Conditions where pregnancy is contraindicated due to cancer treatment or other serious illnesses.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive medical and psychological screening of both intended parents and the potential surrogate.
- Legal consultation and contract drafting to outline rights, responsibilities, and financial agreements.
- Fertility treatment for the intended mother or egg donor (ovarian stimulation, egg retrieval).
- Sperm collection and preparation from the intended father or sperm donor.
- IVF process to create embryos in the laboratory.
- Synchronization of the surrogate's menstrual cycle with the embryo transfer timeline using medications.
- Infectious disease screening for all parties involved.
Risks & possible complications
- Medical risks to the surrogate associated with pregnancy and delivery (e.g., preeclampsia, gestational diabetes).
- Multiple pregnancy risk if more than one embryo is transferred.
- Psychological and emotional challenges for all parties, including potential attachment issues.
- Legal complexities regarding parental rights, citizenship, and birth certificates.
- Financial risks, as costs are significant and not always covered by insurance.
- Potential for pregnancy loss or complications, similar to any pregnancy.
Recovery & hospital stay
- For the surrogate: Standard postpartum recovery after delivery, with medical and emotional support.
- For the intended mother (if she underwent egg retrieval): A few days of rest with mild cramping or bloating.
- Ongoing counseling and support for all parties during the pregnancy and after the birth.
- Legal finalization of parentage orders after the baby's birth.
- Establishing feeding and care routines for the newborn with the intended parents.
- Long-term access to support groups or counseling to navigate the unique aspects of surrogacy families.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-2 days (for delivery)
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Expected recovery time:
Varies (Surrogate: 6-8 weeks postpartum; Intended Parents: Ongoing emotional process)
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering surrogacy in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with ivf and reproductive medicine departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
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The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for surrogacy compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 10,877 – USD 27,192 | 1-2 days (for delivery) | ~ Varies (Surrogate: 6-8 weeks postpartum; Intended Parents: Ongoing emotional process) | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 80,525 – USD 201,313 | 1-2 days (for delivery) | ~ Varies (Surrogate: 6-8 weeks postpartum; Intended Parents: Ongoing emotional process) | Know More |
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