Surrogacy Laws in New York

Gestational surrogacy is legally recognized in the state of New York.

Surrogacy became legally recognized in New York through progressive state legislation, allowing both women residing in New York to become surrogates and intended parents to build their families through surrogacy.

New York recognizes gestational surrogacy, egg donation, sperm donation, and embryo donation, making it a supportive state for people pursuing a variety of assisted reproductive options. This welcoming legal environment has made New York a trusted destination for family-building through surrogacy.

Inclusivity

New York's surrogacy laws are notably inclusive, providing equal opportunities for single parents by choice and LGBTQ+ families to grow their families without discrimination.

Requirements

Key requirements include that intended parents and surrogates each have independent legal counsel and a detailed, written surrogacy agreement. At Hatch, we connect you with expert reproductive attorneys to ensure your surrogacy journey in New York is protected and seamless from start to finish.

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New York Surrogacy Requirements

At Hatch, we follow New York’s surrogacy guidelines to ensure a safe, supportive, and legal experience for everyone involved. Our team is here to help you understand each requirement clearly, so you can feel confident as you begin your surrogacy journey.

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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.

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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 York

Hatch proudly supports intended parents and surrogates throughout the entire state of New York.

We partner with Pacific Fertility Center Los Angeles (PFCLA), a world-renowned fertility clinic, to help facilitate the early stages of your journey—no matter where you live. 

Intended parents are welcome to choose any fertility clinic that suits their needs, and surrogates typically receive OB care close to home, with all travel expenses covered by intended parents. 

To provide even more support, Hatch offers the Peace of Mind™ Program—an exclusive, all-inclusive surrogacy package. This unique program includes unlimited egg donations, embryo transfers, and surrogate matches until a live birth is achieved. With the Peace of Mind™ Program, intended parents benefit from unmatched security, flexibility, and confidence as they plan their family-building journey.

We proudly support families and surrogates in cities including:

  • New York City
  • Buffalo
  • Rochester
  • Yonkers
  • Syracuse
  • Albany
  • New Rochelle
  • Mount Vernon

 

If you reside in New York and don’t see your city listed above, don’t worry—Hatch proudly supports families and surrogates across the entire state.

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FAQs about New York Surrogacy

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Take the Next Step in Your New York Surrogacy Journey

Becoming a surrogate in New York 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 York.