Areas We Serve
Surrogacy Support Across the United States and Worldwide
Egg Donor and Surrogacy Institute (EDSI) provides complete surrogacy support across all states where surrogacy is friendly, permitted, or actively practiced. We also assist intended parents from around the world who choose the United States for medical excellence and reliable legal protection. EDSI guides each family with clarity, compassion, and trusted expertise.
Surrogacy in the United States
Surrogacy laws vary across the country, yet many states offer supportive or workable environments for intended parents. Below is a full overview of where surrogacy is active in the United States.
Surrogacy Friendly States
These states offer secure, supportive conditions for gestational surrogacy, strong parentage pathways, and experienced fertility clinics.
California
California is a global leader in gestational surrogacy with clear protections and exceptional medical care.
Nevada
Known for predictable parentage and cooperative legal processes.
Illinois
One of the most stable and established surrogacy environments in the country.
Colorado
A modern and supportive framework with respected clinics.
Oregon
Consistently supportive for intended parents and surrogates.
Washington
A friendly environment for gestational surrogacy when legal guidance is followed.
New Mexico
Reliable court processes and smooth parentage options.
Maine
Supportive laws and clear procedures for intended parents.
New Hampshire
Offers dependable and well structured surrogacy protections.
Connecticut
A long standing friendly environment for gestational surrogacy.
Delaware
Predictable and steady parentage guidelines.
Rhode Island
Supports intended parents through a streamlined legal process.
Surrogacy Permitted States
These states allow gestational surrogacy with certain requirements. Intended parents work with reproductive attorneys to create secure agreements and complete parentage steps.
Texas
A workable state for intended parents with proper legal coordination.
Florida
Offers clear routes for parentage with well established clinics.
Utah
Supports gestational surrogacy when legal guidance is followed.
Arkansas
A permitted environment with cooperative court processes.
Kansas
Often workable with the support of experienced attorneys.
Ohio
Offers workable paths for parentage.
Wisconsin
Generally cooperative for intended parents and surrogates.
Georgia
Many journeys succeed with comprehensive legal planning.
South Carolina
Permitted in practice with supportive legal work.
North Carolina
A workable option through court based parentage procedures.
Maryland
Often smooth for intended parents when agreements are handled correctly.
States Where Surrogacy Is Practiced
These states do not have enforceable surrogacy contracts but surrogacy is still practiced with legal workarounds such as post birth procedures or specific court petitions.
New York
Surrogacy is practiced with special counsel guidance.
New Jersey
Actively practiced with legal support.
Michigan
Journeys are possible with structured legal oversight.
Louisiana
Surrogacy is practiced with case by case guidance.
Nebraska
Certain legal constraints exist, yet journeys occur with proper planning.
Arizona
Surrogacy is practiced despite limitations in contract enforceability.
Wyoming
Journeys succeed with legal support and early planning.
Virginia
Surrogacy is practiced with specific procedural requirements.
Tennessee
Surrogacy is practiced with court involvement depending on family structure.
West Virginia
A workable environment with experienced legal teams.
Regional Surrogacy Support
These state groups help intended parents understand broader patterns across the country.
West Coast
California
Oregon
Washington
Nevada
Southwest
Arizona
New Mexico
Texas
Colorado
Midwest
Illinois
Ohio
Kansas
Wisconsin
Iowa
Michigan
South
Florida
Georgia
South Carolina
North Carolina
Tennessee
Arkansas
East Coast
Connecticut
Delaware
New Jersey
New York
New Hampshire
Rhode Island
Maryland
International Intended Parents
Egg Donor & Surrogacy Institute (EDSI) supports families from around the world who turn to the United States for reliable and ethical surrogacy. We assist with documentation, clinic coordination, and full journey planning for parents from more than twenty countries.
Countries We Serve
Spain
France
Italy
Germany
United Kingdom
Canada
Australia
New Zealand
Mexico
Brazil
Argentina
Chile
China
Japan
South Korea
Taiwan
India
Israel
United Arab Emirates
Saudi Arabia
South Africa
Our team understands the unique needs of international parents and works closely with legal counsel and clinics to ensure a smooth and confident experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which states allow surrogacy for intended parents
Many states in the United States fully support or permit gestational surrogacy. EDSI guides families through the safest legal pathways.
Are there states where surrogacy is practiced but not fully protected
Yes. Some states require additional legal steps but journeys still succeed with proper planning.
Can international intended parents work with EDSI
Yes. EDSI supports families from over twenty countries through every stage of the surrogacy process.
Why do many families choose the United States for surrogacy
Intended parents choose the United States for dependable legal protection, high medical standards, and strong surrogate screening.
How do I choose the best state for my journey
The right state depends on your family structure, clinic, and goals. EDSI helps you select the safest route.
Begin Your Surrogacy Journey
Whether you live in the United States or overseas, EDSI provides trusted guidance from the first conversation to the moment you meet your child. Our team is ready to answer questions and help you begin your path to parenthood.
