Surrogacy in Greece
Costs, risks, and typical timeline. Last updated: 2025-03.
Who can pursue surrogacy
Heterosexual couples · Same-sex couples · Single · Foreign nationals
Costs
$80,000 – $120,000 USD
- Surrogate compensation$25,000 – $40,000
- Medical (IVF, transfer)$25,000 – $40,000
- Legal & agency$15,000 – $25,000
- Well-regulated framework; LGBTQ+ and single-parent friendly
Risks
Legal status: legal
Eligibility: Heterosexual couples, Same-sex couples, Single, Foreign nationals
- low
Clear legal framework
Greece has well-defined surrogacy regulations. Courts routinely recognize intended parents.
Typical timeline
- Research & consultation1–2 months
- Surrogate matching2–5 months
- Screening & legal1–3 months
- IVF & transfer1–2 months
- Pregnancy & delivery9–9 months