There is no fixed price for surrogacy in Greece, as the total cost depends on several key factors. These include whether egg donation is required, the type of IVF program chosen, and how many embryo transfers are included in the package. Some programs offer one, two, or three transfer attempts, while others provide unlimited transfers until pregnancy is achieved. For single women, sperm donation is also an additional component to consider.
Based on our case history and current clinic offerings, the average cost for a guaranteed program, which covers unlimited embryo transfers, egg donation, gestational surrogate compensation and full legal support, is approximately €85,000. For a more limited IVF plan that includes one egg retrieval and up to three embryo transfers, the total cost is typically around €75,000.

Surrogacy in Greece is regulated by Law 3089/2002 and Law 3305/2005, which establish the legal framework for medically assisted reproduction. According to Article 1458 of the Civil Code, gestation by a third party (intended parents) is permitted when there is a medical inability for the woman to carry a child and only after judicial approval. The surrogate must have no genetic relation to the embryo, and the agreement must be submitted to the court before embryo transfer. The case is heard by the Multi-Member Court of First Instance through voluntary jurisdiction proceedings. The legal mother of the child is the woman who obtained the court’s permission, not the gestational carrier. Furthermore, surrogacy is allowed only on an altruistic basis; the surrogate cannot profit, though she may be reimbursed for pregnancy-related expenses and income loss.

The surrogacy process in Greece begins with a court judgment that authorizes the arrangement and establishes the legal parenthood of the intended parents before any medical procedures can take place. This judicial approval is a mandatory prerequisite for proceeding with embryo transfer. Among the eligibility requirements, the intended mother must be under the age of 53 and submit medical documentation proving she is unable to carry a pregnancy due to infertility or serious health risks to herself or the baby. While the use of one’s own genetic material is not legally required, Greek legal practice shows a clear preference)especially in heterosexual couples (for the intended father to contribute his own sperm. This can help establish a biological link to the child, which may support smoother recognition of parentage in the intended parents’ home country.

In Greece, the birth certificate issued after a surrogacy arrangement names the intended parents as the legal parents of the child. This is possible because Greek law (Article 1464 of the Civil Code) states that the woman who received prior court approval is the legal mother, even though she did not carry the pregnancy. If the intended mother is married or in a civil partnership, her partner is listed as the father. The surrogate is not mentioned on the birth certificate at all. The Greek birth certificate can then be used to initiate citizenship or registration processes in the intended parents’ home country, though additional documentation may be required, depending on the laws of that country.

Greece is a member of the Schengen Area, which means there are no border checks between Greece and other Schengen countries. This can be especially helpful for intended parents from within the EU or Schengen zone, as travel before and after the birth is generally more streamlined. Once the baby is born and registered, and if all documents are in place, the child can travel within the Schengen Area using a valid passport or emergency travel document issued by the intended parents’ home country.

Surrogacy law in Greece offers one of the most clearly defined and protective legal frameworks in Europe. Governed by Law 3089/2002 and Law 3305/2005, the process requires a court-issued judgment before any medical procedures can begin, ensuring that the rights of intended parents are secured from the start. The surrogate has no parental claim, and the intended parents are recognized as the legal parents on the child’s birth certificate. Based on our experience, Greece is not only legally sound but also highly efficient. We have had only successful surrogacy cases in the country, with smooth outcomes every time.
While Greece is not the cheapest surrogacy option, it offers something far more valuable: legal certainty, a structured court process, and a system that protects all parties involved. From our perspective, it remains one of the most trusted and well-regulated choices for intended parents seeking a safe and reliable path to parenthood.

Yes. As of 2025, Greek surrogacy law requires that both the intended parents and the surrogate must have legal residence in Greece at the time of filing for court approval. This is a key legal condition and must be met before any medical procedures can begin. Temporary travel visas are not sufficient; you must hold a valid residence permit or be legally domiciled in the country.

As of now, male same-sex couples and single men are excluded from pursuing surrogacy in Greece, even if they hold legal residence. Surrogacy is currently only permitted for heterosexual couples and single women who meet the medical criteria.

In most cases, the fertility clinic is responsible for matching intended parents with a qualified surrogate who has passed all medical and psychological screenings. However, you are not obligated to accept the first match. If you feel the proposed surrogate is not the right fit for personal, cultural, or communication reasons, you can refuse the match and wait for another candidate.

Yes. Under surrogacy law in Greece, egg donation is strictly anonymous. Intended parents cannot access any identifying information about the donor, and the donor has no legal rights or obligations toward the child. Despite this anonymity, clinics provide extensive non-identifying information to help intended parents make informed choices. This typically includes physical characteristics, medical history, education background, personality traits, and more. Essentially, everything you might want to know, except for photos or personally identifiable details.

Yes. Sperm donation is also legally anonymous in Greece. As with egg donors, intended parents receive comprehensive non-identifying information about the donor, including appearance, medical history, education, and personality. The donor is not legally connected to the child in any way.
However, if intended parents prefer a non-anonymous donor, some clinics allow the use of international sperm banks, depending on the structure of the surrogacy program, remaining within the legal framework.