Surrogacy in New Jersey
New Jersey is recognized as one of the most surrogacy-friendly states, with strong legal protections that give intended parents and surrogates peace of mind. Choosing a trusted agency like Hatch means your surrogacy journey is guided by experienced professionals who prioritize your security and comfort. Whether you’re a New Jersey local or looking to match with a surrogate in the Garden State, Hatch walks you through every step — from careful screening and matching to legal support and clinic coordination.
Surrogacy Laws in New Jersey
| Gestational surrogacy is legal in the state of New Jersey. |
Several years ago New Jersey passed legislation officially legalizing gestational surrogacy, allowing both women residing in the state to become surrogates and intended parents in New Jersey to pursue surrogacy as a way to grow their families.
New Jersey recognizes gestational surrogacy, egg donation, sperm donation, and embryo donation, making it an especially supportive state for those seeking to build their families through assisted reproduction.
Inclusivity
The laws in New Jersey are progressive and inclusive, welcoming single parents by choice and LGBTQ+ families to pursue surrogacy without fear of discrimination.
Requirements
New Jersey requires that intended parents and surrogates each have independent legal counsel and a written agreement in place before beginning the surrogacy process. At Hatch, we connect you with leading reproductive and family law attorneys to ensure your journey is smooth, protected, and well-supported every step of the way.
New Jersey Surrogacy Requirements
At Hatch, we follow New Jersey’s guidelines to ensure every surrogacy journey is safe, ethical, and rewarding for everyone involved. Our surrogacy requirements are thoughtfully designed to protect your health and support your experience from start to finish.
How Hatch Works
At Hatch, we bring intended parents and compassionate surrogates together, guiding every step of the surrogacy journey with care and expertise. As a leading third-party surrogacy agency, we handle every detail—from matching and legal support to medical coordination—so you can focus on what matters most: building your family.

Benefits of Working with Hatch
Experience You Can Trust
Hatch was the first egg donation and one of the first surrogacy agencies in the United States. Since 1991, we’ve been a part of thousands of happy healthy births and serve parents in over 50 countries.
Agency + Clinic
Hatch is partnered with Pacific Fertility Center Los Angeles to provide physician oversight and meet the medical needs of our Intended Parents and Surrogates.
Personal Connection to Surrogacy
Our team is comprised of many parents who have had their children through surrogacy as well as current and former surrogates.
Guided Journey
Whether you’re an Intended Parent, Surrogate, or Egg Donor, we guide you through every step of the way, coordinating screening, matching, and everything medical, financial, and legal.
Careful Screening
All Intended Parents, Surrogates, and Donors go through medical, psychological, and lifestyle screening to ensure the health and safety of all parties.
Thoughtful Matching
We match Intended Parents with donors and surrogates based on preference, communication style, location, personality, and more, and we don’t move forward with matches unless all parties agree.
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Cities We Serve in New Jersey
Hatch proudly supports intended parents and surrogates across the entire state of New Jersey.
We work hand-in-hand with our partner fertility clinic, Pacific Fertility Center Los Angeles (PFCLA), to offer world-class fertility care and guidance.
Intended parents are welcome to choose any fertility clinic that’s right for them, and surrogates usually receive OB care close to home, with travel expenses covered.
To provide even greater reassurance, Hatch offers the exclusive Peace of Mind™ Program — a unique, all-inclusive surrogacy package. This program covers unlimited egg retrievals when using donor eggs, embryo transfers, and surrogate matches until a live birth, giving intended parents security, flexibility, and total confidence as they plan their family-building journey.
We proudly support families and surrogates in cities including:
- Newark
- Jersey City
- Patterson
- Elizabeth
- Edison
- Trenton
- Camden
- Clifton
If you reside in New Jersey and don’t see your city listed above, don’t worry — Hatch proudly supports families and surrogates across the entire state.
FAQs about New Jersey Surrogacy
Yes, surrogacy is legal in New Jersey. The state has supportive laws that protect both intended parents and surrogates, making it a safe and welcoming place to pursue your surrogacy journey.
Women between the ages of 21 and 42 who are in good health and have given birth to at least one child are typically eligible. Additional requirements ensure the safety and wellbeing of both the surrogate and the intended parents.
Absolutely. New Jersey welcomes intended parents from across the U.S. and around the world, and Hatch has extensive experience supporting families regardless of where they live.
New Jersey requires a legally binding agreement before the embryo transfer, outlining everyone’s rights and responsibilities. Hatch will connect you with experienced legal professionals to ensure everything is clear and secure.
We’re with you every step of the way, offering personal guidance, emotional support, and access to top fertility clinics. Our team handles all the details so you can focus on what matters most—growing your family or helping someone else do the same.
Hatch partners with leading fertility clinics throughout New Jersey, ensuring you receive the highest standard of care. We’ll help match you with the best clinic for your unique needs.
Take the Next Step in Your New Jersey Surrogacy Journey
Becoming a surrogate in New Jersey means joining a supportive community with strong legal protections and experienced guidance. At Hatch, we’re here to ensure you feel confident and cared for throughout every part of your surrogacy journey in New Jersey.
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