The Donor Concierge Difference
Donor Concierge has helped many intended parents find their surrogate match in Chicago, Bloomington-Normal, Springfield, the Quad Cities, and other areas of Illinois. Leveraging our network of surrogacy agencies and decades of experience, our fertility experts narrow your search to Illinois-based surrogates – only sharing a candidate with you after they’ve been vetted by our in-house medical team.
How the surrogacy process works in Illinois
Donor Concierge has access to more U.S. surrogates than any other organization in the world, and our Parent Choice Model ensures that a surrogate is available and meets all criteria before you make a financial commitment.
Step 1
We search our extensive network for a qualified and available Illinois-based surrogate.
Learn more about our Parent Choice Model
Step 2
You review a detailed profile of a candidate who has passed our in-house medical screening, and meets the guidelines for ASRM and your clinic.
Step 3
Once you approve, your case manager will contact the agency to arrange a meeting with you and the surrogate.
Surrogacy laws in Illinois
Illinois is considered a surrogacy-friendly state with progressive laws guiding the process and protecting all parties involved. Some key features of note:
The ability for intended parents to establish parentage through a legal process specific to the state
Legal inclusion and support for LGBTQ+ couples and individuals pursuing surrogacy
Legal inclusion and support for single individuals pursuing surrogacy
Surrogacy costs in Illinois
On average, a surrogacy journey in the state of Illinois costs between $100,000 and $200,000. The exact amount depends on several factors, including your chosen surrogate, fertility clinic, and location.
Typically, costs will cover:
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Surrogate compensation
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Medical bills
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Surrogacy agency fees
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Legal fees
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Miscellaneous expenses