Planning a surrogacy journey involves more than choosing a programme. Intended parents need to understand the medical process, confirm legal eligibility, assess costs and organise support throughout pregnancy.
If you are researching surrogacy in Georgia, a clear starting point is to understand what each stage involves and which questions to ask before making a commitment.
Based in Tbilisi, Unneva provides personalised surrogacy guidance, IVF coordination, egg donation assistance and legal support for intended parents. Its services bring together practical coordination and emotional support throughout the journey. unneva.com
This guide explains how to approach the process step by step.
Step 1: Discuss Your Parenthood Goals
Begin with a consultation to explain your circumstances, previous fertility treatment and expectations. This discussion should help identify what needs further medical or legal assessment.
Prepare questions such as:
- What information do you need to assess our situation?
- Which medical records should we provide?
- Who will coordinate our programme?
- How will we receive updates?
- What must be confirmed before we pay a deposit?
An initial consultation should give you a clearer understanding of your options and the next steps, without pressure to make an immediate decision.
Step 2: Confirm Legal Eligibility
Legal eligibility should be checked before entering a surrogacy agreement or beginning treatment.
Georgia’s Law on Health Care addresses assisted reproduction and surrogacy in Article 143, including written consent and parental recognition in the circumstances described by the law. However, this provision alone does not establish eligibility for every intended parent or resolve international documentation requirements.
Ask a qualified Georgian lawyer to confirm how current requirements apply to your circumstances. International intended parents should also obtain advice about recognition of parenthood, citizenship and travel documentation in their home country.
Useful questions include:
- Are we eligible under the rules applicable to our situation?
- Which documents require translation or certification?
- What agreements must be completed?
- How will the baby’s birth be registered?
- What will our home country require before we can travel back?
Confirm these points early so that legal planning informs the rest of your journey.
Step 3: Review the Medical Plan
The medical stage should begin with an individual assessment by qualified fertility professionals. Ask the treating clinic to explain the proposed plan, required investigations and any decisions you will need to make.
Depending on your circumstances, discussions may include existing embryos, IVF treatment or donor options. Your medical team should explain which approach is appropriate rather than treating every programme as identical.
Ask who will provide treatment, how consent is obtained and how medical information will be communicated. Request clear explanations of risks, possible outcomes and what happens if the first attempt is unsuccessful.
Step 4: Understand the Programme and Costs
When comparing surrogacy programmes in Georgia, look beyond the headline price. Request an itemised quotation and a written explanation of what the programme includes.
Ask whether the quoted amount covers:
- Medical assessment and treatment
- Medication and laboratory services
- Donor-related services, where applicable
- Legal work and documentation
- Pregnancy monitoring and delivery arrangements
- Additional treatment attempts
- Travel, accommodation and post-birth expenses
These are questions to clarify, rather than assumptions about what any package contains.
If a programme uses terms such as “guaranteed,” ask precisely what is guaranteed, which conditions apply and what exclusions exist. A clear agreement should distinguish financial commitments from medical outcomes.
Step 5: Clarify Surrogate Care and Communication
Before proceeding, understand how the surrogate’s wellbeing, informed consent and ongoing care will be supported.
Ask how medical appointments are organised, who handles communication and what information intended parents receive. The process should respect the surrogate’s privacy while providing appropriate updates.
Discuss arrangements for unexpected medical needs and identify the person responsible for coordinating questions between the agency, clinic and intended parents.
A documented communication plan can help everyone understand their responsibilities.
Step 6: Prepare for Pregnancy and Birth
As the journey progresses, practical planning becomes increasingly important. Ask your coordinator how pregnancy updates will be shared and when you should begin arranging travel.
Before the expected birth, clarify:
- Where delivery is planned
- Who will coordinate hospital communication
- What arrangements apply if plans change
- Which documents should be ready
- What accommodation and local support you may need
Build flexibility into travel plans. Medical circumstances and administrative processes can affect timing, so avoid relying on a fixed departure date.
Step 7: Complete Post-Birth Documentation
The journey continues after delivery. Birth registration, parenthood documentation and the baby’s travel arrangements need careful coordination.
Ask your legal adviser and the relevant authorities to confirm the documents required for your circumstances. International families should check their embassy or consulate’s requirements well before the birth.
Keep copies of agreements, identity documents and relevant records organised. Understanding the process in advance can help reduce avoidable administrative delays.
How Unneva Supports Intended Parents
Choosing a surrogacy agency in Georgia means choosing a team that can help you understand and coordinate the different stages.
Unneva describes its services as including personalised surrogacy programmes, coordination with partner fertility clinics, IVF and egg donation assistance, legal and documentation support, and emotional guidance. It also provides support for international intended parents. unneva.com
During your consultation, ask how these services apply to your circumstances, who will manage your case and what your proposed programme includes.
Start Your Surrogacy Journey with Unneva
Your first step should provide clarity about eligibility, treatment options, costs and responsibilities.
Contact Unneva to discuss your parenthood goals and request information about its surrogacy and fertility support services in Georgia. Bring your questions and ask for a personalised explanation of the next steps before choosing a programme.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I begin researching surrogacy in Georgia?
Start with an introductory consultation, then obtain individual legal and medical assessments before committing to a programme.
How much does surrogacy in Georgia cost?
Request a personalised, itemised quotation. Compare inclusions, exclusions and potential additional expenses rather than relying only on an advertised package price.
Can international intended parents contact Unneva?
Unneva states that it supports international intended parents. Individual eligibility and home-country documentation requirements still need to be confirmed. unneva.com
What should I look for in a surrogacy agency?
Look for clear agreements, transparent costs, identified medical providers, qualified legal support, respectful surrogate care and a reliable communication process.
