Surrogacy Laws in Vermont

Under Vermont law, gestational surrogacy agreements are valid and enforceable when properly executed before any assisted reproduction procedures begin. Once the agreement meets statutory requirements, intended parents can obtain a pre-birth parentage order, confirming their full legal parentage and ensuring their names appear directly on the child’s birth certificate at birth.

The Vermont Parentage Act is also one of the most inclusive surrogacy laws in the country—it protects married and unmarried couples, single individuals, and LGBTQIA+ families equally. The statute requires that both the intended parents and the surrogate have independent legal counsel, and that the agreement outlines key details such as medical decisions, compensation, and the intended parents’ rights and responsibilities.

Gestational surrogacy—where the surrogate has no genetic connection to the child—is the only form recognized and enforceable under Vermont law. Traditional surrogacy is not prohibited, but agreements involving a surrogate’s genetic contribution are not automatically enforceable and should be approached with caution.

At Giving Tree Surrogacy, we work alongside experienced Vermont reproductive law attorneys to ensure every aspect of your surrogacy journey aligns with the law and reflects your family’s goals. From the creation of your agreement to the issuance of your parentage order, we’re committed to making the process clear, secure, and fully supported.