Surrogacy in District of Columbia
Become a surrogate in District of Columbia.
First-time surrogates in District of Columbia receive base compensation of $62,000 to $70,000 with Angel Heart Surrogacy, paid from an independent escrow account that is funded before you begin. You choose the family, and you have your own attorney.
Key facts for District of Columbia surrogates
- First journey
- $62,000 – $70,000
- Experienced
- $67,000 – $80,000
- District of Columbia law
- Supportive
- Pre-birth parentage
- Generally available
District of Columbia law
What the law in District of Columbia means for you.
The District permits compensated gestational surrogacy under statute. Pre-birth orders are available, usually where the birth or a party has a connection to the District.
Governing law: D.C. Code § 16-401 et seq..
Full guide to surrogacy law in District of ColumbiaRequirements
Who can apply.
- You are 21 to 42 and live in District of Columbia
- You've had at least one healthy, full-term pregnancy, and you're raising your child
- No more than 5 deliveries and 3 cesareans
- A BMI between 18.5 and 32
- No nicotine, vaping or drugs
- A U.S. citizen or permanent resident
On top of base pay
What else is paid for.
Monthly allowance$250 a month
From contract signing to delivery, for everyday incidentals.
Medication start$750
When you begin your cycle medications.
Embryo transfer$1,500
Paid for each transfer, including any that do not result in pregnancy.
Maternity clothing$1,000
At 12 weeks, or $1,500 for twins.
Twins$7,500
Added to base compensation if you carry twins.
C-section$3,500
If your delivery is by cesarean.
Lost wagesReimbursed
For you and your partner, for appointments, bed rest and recovery.
Childcare and housekeepingReimbursed
For appointments, bed rest, and six weeks after delivery.
TravelPaid
Mileage, flights, hotels and meals for every medical trip.
Questions
Surrogacy in District of Columbia: common questions.
Is surrogacy legal in District of Columbia?
The District permits compensated gestational surrogacy under statute. Pre-birth orders are available, usually where the birth or a party has a connection to the District. Angel Heart Surrogacy accepts surrogates who live in District of Columbia.
How much do surrogates make in District of Columbia?
With Angel Heart Surrogacy, first-time surrogates in District of Columbia receive base compensation of $62,000 to $70,000, and experienced surrogates $67,000 to $80,000. A monthly allowance, milestone payments, lost wages, childcare and travel are paid on top, from an independent escrow account.
Will I have to travel outside District of Columbia?
Usually only for a few appointments at the intended parents' fertility clinic before about ten weeks of pregnancy. Your travel, meals, childcare and lost wages for those trips are paid. After that, you see your own obstetrician close to home.
Who will my attorney be?
You choose your own attorney, licensed in District of Columbia and experienced in surrogacy, and the intended parents pay for them. Your attorney represents only you.
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