SURROGACY AGENCY IN CALIFORNIA
When science and love come together.
ACRC Global is a California surrogacy agency headquartered in Irvine, helping intended parents build their families through gestational surrogacy in California. We support intended parents and gestational surrogates throughout the surrogacy process, including surrogate matching and screening, medical coordination, legal support, and ongoing guidance from consultation through pregnancy and delivery.
WHY CHOOSE ACRC AS YOUR CALIFORNIA SURROGACY AGENCY?
ACRC Global combines local California expertise with international surrogacy experience. Headquartered in Irvine, our team supports intended parents and gestational surrogates with personalized coordination throughout the matching, screening, medical, legal, and pregnancy journey.
• California headquarters: ACRC Global is headquartered in Irvine, California, providing local support for intended parents and gestational surrogates.
• Early record review: Our in-house medical records team pre-reviews surrogate records early in the screening process to help identify potential issues and reduce delays.
• Transparent guidance: Our team provides clear information about surrogate compensation, legal considerations, expected costs, and key milestones throughout the journey.
• Personalized matching: We work to match intended parents with gestational surrogates based on medical qualifications, preferences, and compatibility.
“I had the opportunity to bless each family with the cutest baby girl and baby boy. I couldn’t have purchased my first car from a dealership, being able to bless my son with Disneyland trips, or take him to places that’ll create memories forever like family vacations. All thanks to the IPs and ACRC agency, I’ll be forever grateful ❤️”
— Former Surrogate J. C.
For Surrogates: Your Role + What You’ll Get
BECOMING A SURROGATE IN CALIFORNIA
Becoming a gestational surrogate in California involves medical screening, psychological evaluation, legal agreements, embryo transfer, pregnancy, and ongoing coordination. ACRC Global supports California surrogates throughout each stage of the process, from initial screening through delivery and post-birth support.
Surrogate Compensation and Support in California:
• Compensation: Surrogate compensation typically ranges from $60,000 to $110,000, depending on experience, medical history, location, and individual journey details.
• Benefits & Support: Surrogates receive coordinated medical, psychological, and legal support throughout the journey, along with guidance from the ACRC team.
• Local California Support: ACRC Global is headquartered in Irvine, California, giving California surrogates access to a local team throughout screening, matching, pregnancy, and delivery.
Basic Requirements to Become a Surrogate in California:
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Be between 21 and 38 years old
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Have had at least one healthy pregnancy and delivery
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Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
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Strong support at home.
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Willingness to be part of an open, honest process.
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Motivated by more than money: to help build families, to be valued and respected.
SURROGACY IN CALIFORNIA FOR INTENDED PARENTS
Intended parents pursuing surrogacy in California can work with ACRC Global from anywhere in the United States or internationally. Our team coordinates surrogate matching, screening, legal and medical steps, and ongoing journey support from our headquarters in Irvine, California.
How ACRC Supports Intended Parents in California:
• Surrogate matching: Intended parents are matched with pre-screened gestational surrogates based on medical qualifications, preferences, and compatibility.
• Legal coordination: Experienced reproductive attorneys guide the legal process, including surrogacy agreements and establishing parental rights.
• Journey coordination: Our team helps coordinate agency, legal, medical, insurance, and other key milestones throughout the surrogacy journey.
• International support: ACRC works with intended parents throughout the United States and around the world, including families navigating the additional logistical considerations of international surrogacy journeys.
California Surrogacy Laws: Who Can Become a Parent?
California law permits gestational surrogacy for many different types of intended parents, including married and unmarried couples, same-sex couples, single parents, and intended parents who use donor eggs or sperm. Intended parents do not generally need a genetic connection to the child to establish parental rights through a properly structured gestational surrogacy arrangement. California's legal framework also provides a process for establishing intended parentage, typically with the guidance of an experienced reproductive law attorney.
Legal reference: California Family Code §§ 7960–7962
Family Structure
Married heterosexual couple using own egg and sperm
Married heterosexual couple using egg or sperm donor
Unmarried heterosexual couple using own egg and sperm
Unmarried heterosexual couple using egg or sperm donor
Married same-sex couple using egg or sperm donor
Unmarried same-sex couple using egg or sperm donor
Single parent using own egg or sperm
Eligible?
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CAN BOTH INTENDED PARENTS BE DECLARED LEGAL PARENTS IF NEITHER IS GENETICALLY RELATED TO THE CHILD?
Yes. In California, intended parents may be able to establish legal parentage even when neither intended parent is genetically related to the child, provided the gestational surrogacy arrangement meets applicable California legal requirements. Parentage is typically established through legal agreements and a parentage process handled with experienced reproductive law counsel.
Legal reference: California Family Code §§ 7962
Intended Parent(s)
Both Declared Legal Parents?
Married heterosexual couple
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Unmarried heterosexual couple
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Same-sex couple
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Single parent
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This information is provided for general educational purposes and is not legal advice. Surrogacy laws and individual circumstances can change. ACRC Global works with experienced reproductive law attorneys to help intended parents understand the legal requirements applicable to their individual journey.
California Surrogacy Laws: What You Should Know
California is widely considered a surrogacy-friendly state, with laws that recognize gestational surrogacy agreements and provide a framework for establishing intended parentage. California law allows intended parents to pursue surrogacy regardless of marital status, sexual orientation, or whether they have a genetic connection to the child.
Key California surrogacy legal considerations:
• Pre-birth orders: California intended parents may be able to establish parental rights before the child's birth when applicable legal requirements are met.
• Surrogacy agreements: Gestational surrogacy arrangements require a written agreement addressing the parties' rights and responsibilities, including compensation, medical care, and other important terms.
• Independent legal representation: Intended parents and gestational surrogates should have separate legal counsel during the surrogacy agreement process.
• Surrogate protections: California's legal framework includes protections related to the surrogate's healthcare decisions and the terms of the surrogacy agreement.
ACRC Global coordinates with experienced reproductive law professionals to help intended parents and surrogates navigate the legal process.
Is a Pre-Birth Order Possible If No Party Lives in California?
Yes. A California pre-birth order may be possible even if neither the intended parents nor the gestational surrogate lives in California, provided the case meets applicable California legal requirements.
Under California Family Code Section 7962(e), a parentage action related to a gestational surrogacy agreement may generally be filed in a county where:
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The child is anticipated to be born
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The intended parent or intended parents reside
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The gestational surrogate resides
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The surrogacy agreement was executed
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Medical procedures related to the surrogacy agreement are to be performed
Because jurisdiction and individual circumstances can vary, intended parents should consult an experienced California reproductive law attorney to determine where a parentage action may appropriately be filed.
Visit Us in Irvine, California
ACRC Global is a California surrogacy agency headquartered in Irvine, California, serving intended parents and gestational surrogates throughout California, across the United States, and internationally. Our Irvine team provides personalized support throughout the surrogacy journey, including surrogate matching, screening coordination, medical and legal coordination, and ongoing journey support.
Ready to take the next step?
Visit our Irvine surrogacy agency or contact our team to learn more about becoming a surrogate or building your family through surrogacy.
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18881 Von Karman Ave #1240, Irvine, CA 92612
Gestational Surrogates: Learn about becoming a surrogate in California, including eligibility requirements, medical screening, personalized support, and compensation ranging from $60K–$110K. ACRC Global supports gestational surrogates throughout the entire journey.
Intended Parents: Schedule a free consultation with our California surrogacy team to discuss surrogate matching, costs, timelines, legal coordination, and the next steps in your family-building journey.
Frequently Asked Questions About Surrogacy in California
Get answers to common questions about California surrogacy laws, costs, surrogate compensation, eligibility, matching, and the process for intended parents and gestational surrogates.
Is surrogacy legal in California?
Yes. Gestational surrogacy is legal in California. California law recognizes gestational surrogacy agreements when applicable legal requirements are met and provides a legal framework for establishing intended parentage. Intended parents and gestational surrogates should work with separate, qualified legal counsel to ensure their agreement and parentage process comply with California law.
How much does surrogacy cost in California?
The total cost of surrogacy in California varies based on each journey. Expenses may include surrogate compensation, agency services, medical care and IVF, legal services, insurance, screening, and other journey-related costs. ACRC Global provides intended parents with personalized guidance to help them understand the expected costs and financial considerations for their specific surrogacy journey.
How much do surrogates get paid in California?
Surrogate compensation in California can range from $60,000 to $110,000 with ACRC Global, depending on experience, medical history, location, and the individual journey. Compensation may include base compensation plus additional benefits and allowances outlined in the surrogacy agreement. ACRC Global provides each surrogate with clear information about compensation and benefits before beginning a journey.
Do intended parents need to live in California to pursue surrogacy in California?
No. Intended parents do not necessarily need to live in California to pursue a surrogacy journey in the state. ACRC Global works with intended parents throughout the United States and internationally. California’s surrogacy framework can accommodate nonresident intended parents depending on the circumstances of the journey, and experienced reproductive law counsel can help determine the appropriate legal process.
HOW LONG DOES THE SURROGACY PROCESS TAKE IN CALIFORNIA?
The surrogacy process in California can vary depending on matching, medical screening, legal requirements, IVF treatment, and pregnancy. A complete surrogacy journey often takes approximately 15 to 24 months, although every journey is different. ACRC Global helps coordinate each stage of the process, from surrogate matching and screening through legal coordination, pregnancy, and delivery.
WHO CAN BECOME A SURROGATE IN CALIFORNIA?
Surrogate eligibility depends on medical, health, pregnancy, and screening requirements. Generally, gestational surrogate candidates should have previously given birth, have a history of healthy pregnancies, meet medical and BMI guidelines, and successfully complete medical and psychological screening. ACRC Global reviews each candidate individually to determine whether she meets current surrogate eligibility requirements.
HOW DOES SURROGATE MATCHING WORK IN CALIFORNIA?
Surrogate matching involves finding an intended parent and gestational surrogate whose preferences, expectations, and journey goals align. ACRC Global helps intended parents and surrogates through the matching process, including profile review, introductions, screening coordination, and preparation for the medical and legal stages of the journey.
HOW DO I START THE SURROGACY PROCESS IN CALIFORNIA?
The first step in starting a surrogacy journey in California depends on whether you are an intended parent or a prospective gestational surrogate. Intended parents can begin with a consultation to discuss their goals, timeline, costs, and surrogate matching. Prospective surrogates can begin by completing an application to determine initial eligibility. ACRC Global guides both intended parents and surrogates through each stage of the California surrogacy process.
WHY IS CALIFORNIA CONSIDERED A SURROGACY-FRIENDLY STATE?
California is considered a surrogacy-friendly state because its laws provide a well-established legal framework for gestational surrogacy agreements and establishing intended parentage. California law allows intended parents to pursue surrogacy regardless of marital status, sexual orientation, or genetic connection to the child, provided applicable legal requirements are met. Intended parents and gestational surrogates should work with separate, qualified reproductive law attorneys to ensure their agreement and parentage process comply with California law.
HOW DO I CHOOSE A SURROGACY AGENCY IN CALIFORNIA?
When choosing a surrogacy agency in California, consider the agency’s experience, screening process, surrogate matching approach, communication, legal and medical coordination, and level of support throughout the journey. Intended parents and prospective surrogates should also ask about costs, compensation, timelines, and what services are included. ACRC Global provides personalized support from its California headquarters in Irvine and coordinates each stage of the surrogacy journey.
