Frequently asked questions about becoming a surrogate in Mexico

No. You can ask questions, take the time you need and stop at any point. Learning about the process does not oblige you to continue.

We do not ask you for identity documents or medical test results. A conversation may include reproductive or health history, which is sensitive data. Before using it to prepare or share a profile, we ask for your explicit written consent, in accordance with our privacy notice.

The program or clinic reviews its criteria and the medical and psychological assessments within the applicable legal framework. Tlacati does not assess or approve candidates.

Previous pregnancies and births form part of the assessment. In Sinaloa, the law requires at least one healthy biological child. That history does not guarantee that another pregnancy will be safe; the medical team should review your case and explain the applicable requirements.

Age requirements depend on applicable law and the program. Sinaloa and Tabasco provide an age range of 25 to 35 for the carrier; this is not a nationwide range. Before drawing conclusions about your situation, ask the program for its current criteria and the applicable legal basis.

In gestational surrogacy, no: the embryo is formed using eggs and sperm from the intended parents or donors. The carrier does not provide an egg. Ask the program to explain which arrangement it proposes and how it is described in the agreement.

The program should specify this in writing before you start. The intended parents usually cover these costs through the program, but each contract is different. If you are not told in writing, ask.

It is usually divided into payments at different stages, with expenses covered separately. Amounts vary by program and should be set out in the contract. We explain this in Compensation. Tlacati does not set or guarantee amounts.

There may be more than one attempt. The contract should state how many, what is paid in each case and what happens if the process ends before birth.

Yes: the risks of any pregnancy, as well as those associated with assisted reproduction medication and procedures. This is why prior assessments and medical follow-up are required. A responsible program explains these risks before you decide and sets them out in the informed consent document.

Asking for information does not oblige you to continue. If an agreement or treatment is already in place, seek independent medical and legal advice about stopping or changing the process. Signing does not remove your rights or make every clause lawful; the consequences depend on the law and your circumstances.

Your decision must be freely made. A support network may help you, but that is not the same as needing your partner’s permission. If the program requests their signature, ask why and review the request with independent legal counsel.

Not always, but some stages require attendance in person: assessments, transfer and certain appointments. Travel and accommodation arrangements depend on the program; do not assume support that has not been confirmed in writing.

There is no federal law. The framework varies by state. The Supreme Court's full-bench ruling of February 2026 for Mexico City provides for non-contentious proceedings and judicial review of the agreement; it does not establish a single national procedure or automatic issuance of a birth certificate. We explain this in Legal framework.

None without your express permission. If you choose to be referred to a program, we tell you what information would be shared and with whom before doing so. See our privacy notice.

It puts everything in writing, does not pressure you to sign, clearly explains who pays for what, has identifiable clinics and lawyers, and lets you review the contract with independent advice. Warning signs are listed in the contract review guide.