In vitro fertilization (IVF) is inherently part of the surrogacy process. In some cases, an intended mother will utilize IVF to retrieve her eggs to create embryos. In other cases, an egg donor is required to donate her eggs to create embryos. Both cases require IVF professionals (your IVF clinic), medications and money.
If you are creating embryos with your own biology, some insurance policies will cover the IVF process. If not, these are costs that are paid out of pocket to your IVF clinic.
Intended parents are responsible for all costs related to IVF for their gestational carrier or egg donor. The medical costs – such as medications and procedures – will be paid to the clinic. Other related costs – such as travel and local monitoring – are included in your fees paid your surrogacy agency.