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Surrogacy in Montana:
For Parents and Surrogates
In Montana, intended parents and surrogates will find the state to be surrogacy-friendly, with no statutory prohibitions on gestational surrogacy. Courts can issue pre-birth orders to establish legal parentage when one parent is genetically related to the child. Our team at Giving Tree can help navigate the legal landscape and can make your path to parenthood as smooth as possible in Montana.
Surrogacy in Montana:
A Guide for Intended Parents
From your first consultation to the moment your baby’s birth certificate is issued, Giving Tree Surrogacy provides the guidance, legal coordination, and emotional support that make surrogacy in Montana a safe and fulfilling experience.
Through our national network of experienced reproductive law attorneys, we ensure that every family—regardless of origin or structure—has the legal protection and peace of mind they deserve. So you can focus on what matters most: bringing home your baby.
Why Parents in Montana Choose Giving Tree Surrogacy
Our PRE-SCREENING PROCESS
At Giving Tree Surrogacy, we go beyond standard checks to protect your journey. Every surrogate completes background screenings, home evaluations, and insurance reviews. Medical records are also pre-approved by our team and IVF nurses before a profile is ever shared, reducing risks and increasing your chances of success.
The SHORTEST WAIT TIME
Families choose Giving Tree because of our unmatched speed. With 3–5 fully pre-screened surrogates added to our pool each week, most intended parents match in 3-6 months - far faster than the industry’s 12+ month average. And with 60% of our surrogates returning for a second journey, your perfect match comes with proven experience.
FIXED COST PROGRAM
A smarter and faster path to family building. Our Family Forward Guarantee™ Program offers intended parents: the shortest match time, plus financial protection (a fixed cost) AND an agency fee refund baby guarantee.
Intended Parents We Support in Montana
Every path to parenthood deserves support. That’s why we proudly serve a diverse community of intended parents in Montana, offering compassionate, ethical, and personalized guidance at every step of the surrogacy journey.
We work with heterosexual couples facing infertility, medical conditions such as cancer, uterine issues, or multiple failed IVF attempts, LGBTQIA+ couples navigating unique legal and emotional considerations, and single parents by choice pursuing parenthood independently. We also support intended parents living with HIV through the SPAR program, in partnership with leading fertility clinics that follow strict medical protocols to ensure safety and success.
Our team guides you through every stage—from legal planning and donor selection to embryo creation and surrogate matching—providing clarity, support, and peace of mind so you can focus on what truly matters: building your family.
Montana Surrogacy Laws
Montana does not have a specific statute regulating surrogacy, but it remains a surrogacy-tolerant and flexible state for intended parents pursuing gestational arrangements. Because there are no specific laws about surrogacy, when agreements are properly drafted and all parties are independently represented, surrogacy can proceed smoothly and securely under existing family law principles.
For gestational surrogacy in Montana, parentage is typically confirmed through a post-birth court order, which establishes the intended parents as the legal parents and directs the Department of Public Health and Human Services to issue a new birth certificate listing their names. Some judges may consider pre-birth orders in gestational cases, especially when both parties are represented by counsel and the agreement is clear and compliant with ethical standards.
In order to properly navigate Montana’s judicial system, we recommend working with experienced reproductive law attorneys familiar with county-specific practices. These professionals help ensure that the surrogacy contract clearly outlines all medical, financial, and emotional responsibilities, the termination of any potential parental rights of the surrogate (and her spouse, if applicable), and the intended parents’ right to full legal recognition after birth.
Surrogacy in Montana is accessible to:
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Married and unmarried couples
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Single intended parents
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LGBTQIA+ families
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Domestic and international families
While the process may vary slightly depending on the county, the overall environment is respectful and supportive when handled with care and professionalism.
At Giving Tree Surrogacy, we help intended parents navigate Montana’s surrogacy process with confidence and clarity. We collaborate with trusted reproductive law attorneys and clinics to ensure that your journey is guided by transparency, compassion, and precision—so you can focus on what truly matters: welcoming your baby.
The Surrogacy Process in Montana
Building your family through surrogacy is an exciting process, with several important milestones leading up to delivery day. The surrogacy process for intended parents from initial consultation until they are holding their baby varies in length, most journeys taking 20+ months to complete.
5 Steps to Surrogacy in Montana
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Initial consultation & Intended Parent Intake (1-2 months)
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Matching with the Right Surrogate (3-6 months)
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Medical Screening & Legal Agreements (6 months)
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Surrogate Pregnancy (10 months)
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Birth, Support and Parenthood (ongoing)
Learn more details about our surrogacy process here.
How Much Does Surrogacy Cost in Montana?
Giving Tree offers 3 tiers of pricing for their Surrogacy Program. Because every journey is unique, our cost programs reflect the different needs and desires of our intended parents.
Choose from three (3) surrogacy program options:
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Family Forward Guarantee™ Fixed Cost Program
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Standard Surrogacy Program
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M.A.P.L.E. Program
Learn more about our programs and costs.
If intended parents require an egg donor, our 3-Step Family Forward Concierge Egg Donation & Surrogacy Program is the best fit.
Become a Parent Through Surrogacy in Montana
If you’ve decided to grow your family through surrogacy, the first step is scheduling a consultation with us. This is your chance to share your story, ask questions, and see if the team is the right fit for your journey.
At Giving Tree Surrogacy, we offer complimentary consultations for intended parents who are emotionally and financially ready to begin within the next 12 months. These private meetings provide guidance on the surrogacy process, expected costs, and how to connect with a surrogate.
Ready to start your surrogacy journey in Montana?
Connect with our team today and take the first step toward bringing your baby home.
Surrogacy in Montana for Surrogates
Becoming a surrogate is one of the most meaningful ways to help another family while experiencing a life-changing journey yourself.
Surrogates in Montana are generous, compassionate, and strong women who want to make a difference. If that sounds like you, surrogacy may be the perfect path.
Becoming a Surrogate in Montana
Women who become surrogates are often mothers who loved being pregnant and want to give that joy to someone else. To qualify in Montana, surrogates typically must:
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Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
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Be between 21–38 years old
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Have had at least one prior healthy pregnancy (maximum five), with no major complications
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Had no more than two C-sections
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Have a BMI under 32.
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Not be currently using tobacco or recreational drugs, or taking depression/anxiety medications.
These requirements are in place to protect your health and ensure the best possible outcome for everyone involved.
Surrogacy Laws for Surrogates in Montana
Montana provides surrogates with protections through the courts, even without a statute. Surrogates can expect:
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Gestational surrogacy agreements are enforceable under contract law.
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Pre-birth parentage orders are available in some counties, ensuring surrogates are not legal parents once intended parents’ rights are established.
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Independent legal representation is highly recommended to safeguard surrogates’ rights throughout the process.
Women in Montana can enter into surrogacy contracts and feel confident and safe helping families.
The Surrogacy Process in Montana
The surrogate process from start to finish can take about 18-20 months, but the exact timing depends on your individual circumstances. Your surrogacy journey typically follows these key milestones: 1. Application & Initial Consultation (1-2 months) 2. Psychological Pre-Screening (1-3 weeks) 3. Matching with Intended Parents (3-6 months) 4. Medical Screening (1-2 months) 5. Legal Agreements (1-2 months) 6. IVF Preparation & Embryo Transfer (1-2 months) 7. Pregnancy (10 months) 8. Delivery & Post-Birth Support (1-2 months) Each stage is supported by our team so you always know what to expect.
Surrogate Pay in Montana
First-time surrogates can earn up to $92,000, and experienced surrogates can earn up to $115,000. Giving Tree has some of the highest surrogate pay in the industry. Surrogates can earn some of the highest compensation when they work with us. Women who become surrogates in Montana receive compensation as well as additional benefits.
Support & Benefits
Surrogacy is more than financial—it’s emotional, physical, and deeply personal. At Giving Tree Surrogacy, we honor your commitment with: - Competitive compensation packages - Wellness care packages at different milestones - Access to licensed mental health professionals - Surrogate Sister mentorship program - Peer support groups and ongoing community
