As late marriage and delayed childbearing become more common, and as gynecological and andrological problems increase, more families in China are unable to conceive naturally each year. At the same time, Georgia’s assisted reproduction policies have continued to improve. With its open policies and standardized procedures, it has become a popular choice for cross-border assisted reproduction. If you are planning to go to Georgia for surrogacy, it is important to prepare thoroughly in advance. Here, Jiabaolibao walks you through what you need to prepare for surrogacy in Georgia now.
I. Confirm Legal Eligibility
Surrogacy in Georgia is currently only available to legally married heterosexual couples or heterosexual couples who can prove they have lived together for at least one year. Single people and same-sex couples are not currently legally eligible. Before departure, make sure that your marriage certificate or cohabitation evidence can pass notarization review.
II. Document Notarization and Authentication
The marriage certificate is the primary document. It must be translated, notarized, and apostilled. The whole process takes about one month, and it is the step most likely to cause delays for Chinese families. Both spouses’ passports also need to be notarized. In addition, some clinics require a police clearance certificate from your home country, with authentication completed. It is advisable to complete notarization and authentication of all core documents well in advance and allow enough time.
III. Medical Tests and Materials
Both partners need to complete fertility assessments in advance, including the woman’s AMH, follicle count, and the man’s semen analysis. You also need proof of medical indication—medical documentation confirming that the woman cannot carry a pregnancy herself for health reasons. It must be translated into English and reviewed by a local Georgian clinic before the contract is signed.
IV. Travel and Budget
Chinese citizens can enter Georgia visa-free and stay for up to 365 days, which greatly lowers the travel barrier. Usually, at least two trips to Georgia are needed: the first to complete tests and sign the contract, and the second to be present when the child is born. The total all-in cost for the full cycle is roughly USD 40,000 to 70,000. It is recommended to sign under a milestone-based installment payment model and avoid paying a large lump sum upfront.
V. Preparation for Returning Home
After the child is born, the birth certificate is usually issued within about 5 to 7 days, with the parents’ names listed directly on it, so no adoption procedure is required. Before returning home, you also need to have the birth certificate translated and apostilled, and complete a DNA parentage test, which will be used to apply for the child’s passport at the Chinese Embassy in Georgia. Allow 2 to 4 weeks for this step.
The core preparations for surrogacy in Georgia can be summarized as follows: confirm eligibility first, prioritize document notarization, have complete medical materials, arrange travel in stages, and plan return procedures in advance. If you are interested in surrogacy in Georgia but don’t know what to do, you can call us for a consultation, and we will explain it to you in detail.
