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Requirements for becoming a surrogate in Mexico: what is usually expected
A first conversation about becoming a surrogate in Mexico usually covers three things: living in the country, having had at least one previous pregnancy without serious complications, and having time for appointments and assessments. Each program then applies its own age, health and personal circumstances criteria. Tlacati does not assess you or ask for documents; we explain what to expect.
Last updated: September 3, 2026 · General information, not professional advice.
Three topics for a first conversation
Living in MexicoBeing a Mexican citizen by birth or naturalization, or a permanent resident, and able to travel to the city where the program operates.
Having had a previous pregnancyAt least one full-term pregnancy without serious complications, and being able to talk about how it went.
Having time availableTime for interviews, tests, medical appointments and, later, pregnancy follow-up care.
This is enough to start a conversation. You do not need to meet a long list of requirements before asking questions.
Criteria programs commonly apply
Each agency or clinic sets its own requirements and should explain them in writing. Those most frequently mentioned by programs operating in Mexico and in Sinaloa's legislation are:
- Age: most work with women approximately 21 to 38 years old; some programs use a wider or narrower range.
- Your own children: at least one healthy live-born child, with no major complications during pregnancy or delivery.
- Time since the last birth: at least one year is usually required.
- General health: no uncontrolled chronic conditions, no tobacco, excessive alcohol or substance use, and a body mass index within the clinic's specified range.
- Psychological assessment: an interview to confirm that the decision is free, informed and supported.
- Personal circumstances: a stable situation and a support network (partner, family) that knows about and supports the decision.
- Number of previous surrogacy journeys: some programs limit how many times you may participate.
Not meeting one of these points does not mean every option is closed: criteria differ between programs. What matters is that they explain them clearly and in writing.
What Tlacati does not ask for
- We do not ask for identification, test results, photographs of documents or detailed medical information.
- We do not assess or "approve" you. The program does that through its own professionals.
- We do not share your information with anyone without your express permission.
Questions to consider beforehand
- Can I make time for appointments and tests over several months?
- Does my partner or family know about and support the decision?
- Do I understand that more than one attempt may be needed and that no stage guarantees the next?
- Am I willing to read a full contract and seek advice before signing?
If you answered yes to most of these questions, a first conversation makes sense. If you are unsure about some, it still does: that is what asking questions is for.
Sources
- Family Code of the State of Sinaloa, surrogacy chapter — reference for age, previous children and health criteria under state legislation (Spanish)
- Requirements published by programs operating in Mexico — example of one program's criteria; not a recommendation by Tlacati (Spanish)
