Surrogacy in North Carolina

North Carolina is considered a surrogacy-friendly state, with established legal processes that help intended parents move forward with clarity and confidence. When you partner with a trusted agency like Hatch, you’re supported by an experienced team that helps protect your journey and keeps every step organized and secure. Whether you’re an intended parent or a hopeful surrogate, Hatch provides thoughtful matching, thorough screening, and guidance through each milestone—from legal coordination to working closely with your fertility clinic.

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Surrogacy Laws in North Carolina

Gestational surrogacy is legal in the state of North Carolina.

North Carolina has a long history of supporting families created through assisted reproduction, and gestational surrogacy agreements are commonly used and upheld in practice. This means women residing in North Carolina can become surrogates, and intended parents living in the state can legally pursue surrogacy as a path to building their family. North Carolina recognizes a range of third-party reproduction options, including gestational surrogacy, egg donation, sperm donation, and embryo donation. With established legal processes and a strong medical community, North Carolina is a trusted option for intended parents and surrogates alike.

Inclusivity

The state’s approach is widely seen as welcoming and inclusive, and many single parents and LGBTQ+ families successfully pursue surrogacy with the right legal guidance in place.

Requirements

Surrogacy journeys in North Carolina typically involve a detailed written agreement and independent legal counsel for both the surrogate and intended parents, along with court steps like parentage orders to help protect everyone involved. At Hatch, we’re here to walk you through every step—and we can connect you with experienced reproductive and family law attorneys so you feel confident, supported, and secure from start to finish.

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North Carolina Surrogacy Requirements

At Hatch, we welcome women who are healthy, compassionate, and ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of intended parents. Our surrogacy requirements in North Carolina are designed to ensure a safe, positive, and rewarding experience for everyone involved.

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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.

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.

Cities We Serve in North Carolina

Hatch proudly supports intended parents and surrogates across the entire state of North Carolina.

We work closely with our partner fertility clinic, Pacific Fertility Center Los Angeles (PFCLA), to provide expert guidance and seamless care no matter where you’re starting your journey.

Intended parents are welcome to choose any fertility clinic they prefer, and surrogates typically receive OB care close to home, with all travel expenses covered by the intended parents.

To provide added peace of mind, Hatch offers the Peace of Mind™ Program — a unique, all-inclusive package designed to support you every step of the way. This program includes unlimited egg donations, embryo transfers, and surrogate matches, offering unmatched security, flexibility, and confidence as you move forward on your family-building journey.

We proudly support families and surrogates in cities including:

Charlotte
Raleigh
Greensboro
Durham
Winston-Salem
Fayetteville
Wilmington
Asheville

If you reside in North Carolina 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 North Carolina Surrogacy

Who can become a surrogate in North Carolina?

Surrogates typically need to be in good physical and emotional health, have had at least one uncomplicated pregnancy, and meet screening requirements set by medical and mental health professionals. If you’re unsure whether you qualify, you’re in the right place—we can walk you through the criteria and next steps.

Who can become an intended parent through surrogacy in North Carolina?

Surrogacy can be an option for many different family types, including heterosexual couples, same-sex couples, and single intended parents. Legal details can differ based on genetics, marital status, and the court process, so it’s important to build a plan with experienced professionals from the start.

Can intended parents from another state or country use a North Carolina surrogate?

Yes—many intended parents match with surrogates across state lines, and international parents may also pursue U.S. surrogacy. The key is coordinating legal and birth planning early so parentage documents, travel, and hospital plans are ready when baby arrives.

How do surrogacy contracts work in North Carolina?

A surrogacy agreement outlines expectations and protections for everyone, including compensation (if applicable), medical decisions, and what happens in unexpected situations. Each party should have their own independent attorney, and we’ll support you throughout the process so nothing feels confusing or overwhelming.

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