Surrogacy in Iran: a complex and risky journey

Send us Fan Mail Stephen Page , multi-award winning surrogacy lawyer and accredited family law specialist at Page Provan, explains surrogacy in Iran, a path taken almost exclusively by Iranian-Australian couples. In this episode: Why surrogacy in Iran, permitted under religious rulings, almost always involves egg donation as well, and why it's pursued almost exclusively by heterosexual married couples Why donors and surrogates in Iran are anonymous and paid low, altruistic-style amounts, with parentage established by private agreement rather than legislation The documents needed for Australian citizenship by descent, including the surrogate's maternity records, a certificate of genetic affinity, translated agreements, and a DNA test at the Australian Embassy in Tehran Why the current closure of the Australian Embassy in Tehran adds real uncertainty to bringing a child home Why getting legal advice before starting is essential, given the risk of committing a criminal offence under Australian commercial surrogacy laws For more information or legal help, contact Page Provan Family & Fertility Lawyers at pageprovan.com.au. Made by Law Firm Marketing Experts, Practice Proof