Why choose surrogacy in Colombia?
Colombia is an emerging surrogacy destination in Latin America, attracting more international families with its welcoming legal landscape, modern medical facilities, and relatively lower costs.
Key advantages of surrogacy in Colombia
- LGBTQ+ friendly: Colombian law is welcoming to same-sex couples and single intended parents
- Moderate costs: Total cost about $55,000–$85,000, between Georgia and the United States
- International-standard care: Fertility centers in Bogotá hold global accreditations
- Robust gestational carrier pool: Local carriers are rigorously screened for physical and psychological health
- Time zone friendly: Only a 13-hour difference with China, making remote coordination easier
Colombia surrogacy cost overview
Total surrogacy cost in Colombia typically ranges from $55,000–$85,000:
- Gestational carrier compensation: $18,000–$25,000
- Medical fees: $10,000–$15,000
- Legal fees: $5,000–$8,000
- Agency services: $15,000–$22,000
- Housing and travel: $5,000–$10,000
Who is it for
Colombia surrogacy is especially suitable for same-sex couples, single parents, and families seeking a legally friendly option in the Western Hemisphere.
Legal landscape
Colombia’s Constitutional Court supports assisted reproduction, and surrogacy agreements are enforceable. Intended parents can establish parentage before birth through legal procedures.
Timeline
- Initial consultation and assessment (1–2 weeks)
- Match with gestational carrier (1–3 months)
- Legal contracts and medical prep (2–4 weeks)
- Embryo transfer (1–2 months)
- Prenatal care and monitoring (9 months)
- Birth and travel documents for return home (2–4 weeks)
Total timeline: about 13–17 months
Vivia IVF services in Colombia
In Bogotá, we partner with leading fertility centers and legal teams to offer Chinese language support, end-to-end guidance, and tailored plans.
Notable fertility centers and surrogacy agencies in Colombia
Colombia’s surrogacy sector started later but is growing quickly. Bogotá and Medellín are the two main hubs. The following organizations are well known among local and international patients:
InSer（英塞尔生育研究所）
Bogotá’s largest fertility chain, with clinics across Colombia. InSer runs one of the first ISO 9001–certified embryology labs in LATAM (Latin America), with 3,000+ cycles annually. Its surrogacy department was established early, handles many international cases, and is particularly welcoming to single men and same-sex couples.
CEFER（生育与生殖中心）
A premium fertility clinic in northern Bogotá, with top-tier equipment and physicians. CEFER features an integrated medical-legal-psychology model: every gestational carrier has a dedicated counselor to reduce pregnancy risks. Costs are slightly higher than InSer, with more concierge-level service.
Fertility Center Bogotá（波哥大生育中心）
Founded by former members of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine; clinical standards follow ASRM guidelines. The center collaborates with a renowned California embryology lab. PGT can be completed locally without sending samples abroad. They offer tailored ovarian stimulation for advanced maternal age (40+).
What to know about surrogacy in Colombia
Colombia’s surrogacy market is relatively young, so choose carefully: verify the clinic’s registration with local health authorities; confirm the gestational carrier has signed a notarized informed consent; and ensure the baby’s legal documents can be issued in a reasonable timeframe. Because official documents require Spanish translation and notarization, Vivia IVF assigns a dedicated documentation specialist to coordinate and help ensure a smooth return home.