First-time surrogates in Arizona earn $40,000–$55,000 base compensation plus monthly allowances. See full breakdown below.
| Base Compensation | $40,000 – $55,000 |
| Monthly Allowance | $3,000 – $6,000 |
| Maternity Clothing | $1,000 – $2,000 |
| Lost Wages | $3,000 – $10,000 |
| Total Potential | $47,000 – $73,000 |
| Base Compensation | $50,000 – $70,000 |
| Monthly Allowance | $3,000 – $6,000 |
| Maternity Clothing | $1,000 – $2,000 |
| Lost Wages | $3,000 – $10,000 |
| Total Potential | $57,000 – $88,000 |
Arizona is one of two states where surrogacy contracts are void by statute. A.R.S. §25-218 provides that no person may enter into, induce, arrange, procure or otherwise assist in forming a surrogate parentage contract, and declares the surrogate the legal mother with custody rights.
Soos v. Superior Court (1994) struck down only the maternity-presumption portion of §25-218 on equal-protection grounds. It did not revive contract enforceability. Parentage in Arizona is established through a Soos action using genetic evidence — not through your agreement.
The statute voids agreements; it does not criminalise you, and compensated arrangements do happen in Arizona using letters of understanding rather than enforceable contracts. The exposure that matters to you is financial: if the intended parents stop paying, you have no reliable contract claim.
Because the contract is void, clauses purporting to bind you on caesarean consent, embryo count or termination are also unenforceable against you: you retain full bodily control. But §25-218 also names you the default legal mother, so if intended parents walk away, the default position points at you. Many Arizona courts now prefer post-birth orders, which extends that window.
Source: A.R.S. §25-218; Soos v. Superior Court, 182 Ariz. 470 (Ct. App. 1994).
The criteria below are agency screening standards, not state law. No statute here sets a minimum age, requires a prior birth, or mandates medical or psychological evaluation. Agencies apply these criteria (largely from ASRM practice guidance) and they determine whether your application proceeds — but they are policy, and some are negotiable.
Final eligibility is determined by the agency's medical team.
Complete application in 10–15 minutes. Agency contacts you within 48 hours.
Physical exam, bloodwork, and uterine evaluation — paid for by the agency.
Review profiles and meet potential intended parents. You always have the right to say no.
Surrogacy agreement reviewed by your own attorney, funded by the agency.
Monthly compensation begins immediately after transfer. All medical costs covered.
Remaining compensation disbursed around delivery. Post-delivery allowances continue up to 6 weeks.
Surrogacy contracts are void and unenforceable under Arizona law. Being a surrogate is not a crime and paid arrangements do occur, but your compensation terms cannot be enforced, so escrow is essential.
Typically yes. Most agencies require you to live in the state where you carry the pregnancy, as medical care and legal jurisdiction are state-specific.
Base compensation is generally taxable at the federal level. Expense reimbursements (travel, maternity clothes) are typically not taxable. Consult a tax professional for Arizona-specific guidance.
18–24 months from application to delivery: matching (1–6 months), medical screening, legal review, and the full pregnancy term.
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