For international intended parents, obtaining a birth certificate for a child born via surrogacy in the USA is an important step in establishing legal parenthood and ensuring a smooth transition for your new family. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you navigate this process:
Each state in the USA has its own laws and regulations regarding surrogacy and the issuance of birth certificates. It’s important to familiarize yourself with the specific legal requirements of the state where your child will be born. Working with a surrogacy agency and a legal expert familiar with surrogacy laws in that state is crucial.
To ensure that your names are listed on the birth certificate, you must establish legal parentage. This typically involves obtaining a pre-birth or post-birth order from a court. The steps include:
Engage a surrogacy attorney who is experienced in handling surrogacy cases for international parents. The attorney will guide you through the legal process, including:
Inform the hospital where the birth will take place about the surrogacy arrangement. Provide them with copies of the pre-birth order or relevant legal documents. This ensures that the hospital staff understands the situation and is prepared to list the intended parents on the birth certificate.
After the birth of your child, follow these steps to apply for the birth certificate:
Once the birth certificate is issued, request certified copies. These copies will be necessary for various legal and administrative purposes, such as:
Contact your home country’s consulate or embassy in the USA to register your child’s birth. They will provide specific instructions on the documentation required and the process for registering the birth. This step is crucial for obtaining citizenship and a passport for your child.
At Blossom Fertility Agency, we are committed to supporting international intended parents throughout the surrogacy journey. Our team, along with experienced surrogacy attorneys, will guide you through the process of obtaining a USA birth certificate and ensure all legal requirements are met. Contact us today for personalized assistance.
At Blossom Fertility, we believe in the transformative power of parenthood. Founded in 2022, our agency was born out of a deep understanding of the challenges individuals and couples face on their journey to build a family.