Surrogacy Still Legal in Georgia in 2025: What to Know

⁢ Updated May 29, 2025

Georgia⁤ remains a popular destination for individuals and couples seeking​ surrogacy services. As of 2025, surrogacy is⁢ still legal in the country, known ​for​ its progressive ⁢approach to reproductive rights and medical tourism.

The countryS ‌laws support both domestic and international surrogacy ⁣arrangements, with regulations designed to protect the‍ rights of surrogates, intended parents, and children. This framework ⁣has made Georgia a favored location‍ for⁣ those facing‌ infertility issues.

In June 2023, a draft law was introduced proposing‍ a ban on commercial surrogacy. This proposal​ sparked‌ concern​ among legal experts and stakeholders in the reproductive health sector. The draft⁤ law aimed to‌ prohibit commercial arrangements while perhaps ⁢allowing altruistic surrogacy under specific conditions.

Despite the introduction of ‍this draft law, ⁤ surrogacy‌ in Georgia remains legal in 2025.⁤ The‍ proposed ban on commercial ‍surrogacy has ⁣not moved forward, and no subsequent legislative actions have been taken to implement it.

The introduction of the draft law ​in 2023 prompted varied‌ reactions. Advocates‌ for surrogacy rights voiced concerns about limiting access​ to ‌these ‍services,⁤ especially for international intended⁤ parents. proponents of stricter regulations argue that commercial surrogacy raises ethical and legal questions.

The current‌ legal stability in Georgia offers assurance to both intended⁤ parents and surrogates.It reinforces the country’s‍ reputation for balancing progressive​ reproductive rights with responsible ⁣regulation.

What’s next

As global discussions on surrogacy continue,⁣ Georgia’s position as a legal‍ and accessible destination remains unchanged. the country’s laws provide​ clarity and security⁣ for those⁢ involved ‍in surrogacy arrangements.