Travel & Birth Planning for International Parents

Planning a surrogacy journey from overseas includes preparing for appointments, the birth, and your baby’s journey home.

When should we plan to travel?

Discuss any in-person appointments with your fertility clinic before booking. As the pregnancy progresses, coordinate your arrival plans with the professionals involved.

Birth timing can change, so allow flexibility in your travel and accommodation arrangements.

What should we prepare before the birth?

Discuss these arrangements with your team in advance:

• Hospital arrangements and points of contact

• Newborn care

• Accommodation before and after delivery

• Documents you may need after the birth

Confirm who will coordinate each part of the plan and whom to contact if circumstances change.

How long should we plan to stay after the birth?

There is no single timeline that applies to every family. Your departure plans will depend on:

• Your baby’s medical needs

• Completion of the necessary documents

• The requirements of your destination country

Avoid relying on a guaranteed departure date.

What if we live outside our country of citizenship?

Tell your legal advisers both your citizenship and where you plan to live with your child. Ask them to confirm the requirements relevant to your family with the appropriate authorities.

How does Westwood help?

Westwood helps coordinate communication and birth planning with the professionals involved.

Legal advice and decisions about citizenship, travel documents, and entry requirements remain with qualified advisers and the relevant authorities.