surrogate application process
Surrogate Application Process: From First Click to Approval
The surrogate application process at Rocky Mountain Surrogacy is straightforward. Here's exactly what happens at each step — so you know what to expect before you even begin.
Quick Answer
- The Rocky Mountain Surrogacy online application takes about ten minutes to complete
- Every application is reviewed personally by the Rocky Mountain Surrogacy team — not a computer
- You hear back within a few days with next steps or a question about your application
- After approval, you move into matching with intended parents who are currently on a waitlist
Step Two: Personal Review by Our Team
After you send your form, a real person reads it. We don't use a computer to screen you. Every form gets a human review.
Our team checks your health info and pregnancy history. You must be 21 to 38. You need a healthy BMI. You must have had at least one baby with no big problems. You can't smoke. You must be a U.S. citizen or resident.
If your form looks good, we call you. If we have questions, we ask. We don't say no without talking to you first.
You hear back in a few days. Our screening standards follow ASRM guidelines for gestational carriers.
Check the full surrogacy age requirements to see if you qualify. The Office on Women's Health also has general pregnancy health resources.
- Age 21–38
- Healthy BMI
- At least one prior successful pregnancy with no major complications while still parenting or closely involved with that child
- Non-smoker
- U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Step Three: Your Initial Phone Call
The call is your time to ask anything about the surrogate application process. There's no pressure and no commitment.
Your coordinator walks you through the full timeline: matching, legal work, medical screening, and pregnancy. You learn about pay. Base starts at $60,000 for first-time surrogates. Plus a monthly allowance. Plus extra benefits.
We also learn more about you. We ask about your support at home and your comfort level with different families. We ask about your schedule.
The call takes 30 to 45 minutes. After, both sides decide if it's a good fit.
Next comes surrogacy screening steps. You do medical tests and a psych talk.
First-time surrogate base compensation. You'll learn the full compensation details during your phone call.
Start the Surrogate Application Process Today
The surrogate application process is meant to be simple. There are no fees. No obligations. No pressure. You fill out the form and we take it from there.
Right now, there are not enough surrogates. Parents are on a waitlist. Your form could be the reason a family's dream comes true.
The agency has matched surrogates with families since 2007. Our team in Twin Falls, Idaho works with surrogates in Idaho, Utah, Nevada, Texas, Washington, Oregon, and Arizona.
Apply now and take the first step.
Intended parents are on a waitlist. Your application could change everything for a family that has been hoping for years.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the surrogate application take?
The Rocky Mountain Surrogacy online application takes about ten minutes. The team reviews it personally and responds within a few days.
Do I need medical records to apply?
No — the application asks about your basic health and pregnancy history. Medical records and clinical screening come later in the process, after you are approved.
Is there a fee to apply?
No — the application itself is free, and the intended parents cover your program costs, medical screening, and independent legal representation throughout the surrogacy.
What if I'm not sure I qualify?
Apply anyway. If your application needs clarification, the Rocky Mountain Surrogacy team reaches out to talk with you. No one is rejected without a conversation.
How soon after applying can I start the surrogacy process?
After approval, you move into matching with intended parents. The full process from application to delivery typically takes 12–24 months at Rocky Mountain Surrogacy.