Fertility Glossary

Surrogacy agreement

An arrangement setting out the intentions of surrogate and intended parents.

Surrogacy

Written agreements can help everyone discuss expectations but are not enforceable in UK law.

Sources

GOV.UK — Surrogacy: legal rights of parents and surrogates
Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA)

Last reviewed: 23 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

Related terms

Surrogacy

When someone carries a pregnancy for intended parents.

Parental order

A court order transferring legal parenthood from the surrogate to the intended parents.

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