Why Clinic Selection Matters in Colombia Surrogacy
Failed embryo transfers and IVF cycles don't just cost money — they add months to an already lengthy process. A single failed transfer can push your timeline back by 8–16 weeks, and the cumulative financial and emotional cost of repeated failures is significant. Choosing a reputable, well-credentialed clinic from the outset is one of the best ways to protect both your timeline and your budget.
How to Evaluate a Surrogacy Clinic in Colombia
Certifications to verify
Two independent bodies provide meaningful oversight of reproductive clinics in Colombia. Look for clinics that hold both:
Success rates
The most important differentiator between clinics is the live birth rate per embryo transfer for donor egg cycles. Ask for this number directly during your consultation. Worth noting: Colombian clinics are not required to report outcomes to a public registry the way US clinics report to SART, so numbers cannot be independently verified. Treat them as directional, and weigh them against the clinic's track record and years of operation.
Other factors to weigh
Pricing
Per-procedure vs. package rates
Procedural costs vary but are often on par with US clinics. Always ask about multi-transfer packages or bundled IVF discounts before committing.
Genetic testing
PGT-A availability
Preimplantation genetic testing can improve transfer success rates, particularly with older or self-retrieved eggs. Ask whether the clinic offers PGT-A in-house or sends samples to an external lab — the latter adds time and cost.
Donor selection
Egg donor photos
Some clinics provide photographs of egg donors in addition to written profiles; others offer only text descriptions or a preference-based matching model. This varies by clinic and may matter to you.
Communication
English friendliness
More important if you're working directly with the clinic rather than through an agency, which typically handles translation and coordination on your behalf.
Partnerships
Agency relationships
Some clinics have exclusive or preferred relationships with specific agencies. If you've already identified an agency, confirm their clinic preferences early — some pairings are non-negotiable.
Popular Surrogacy Clinics in Colombia
The following clinics are frequently used by international intended parents. This list reflects commonly reported experiences and publicly available information — it is not an endorsement of any specific clinic.
One of the larger, more established reproductive networks in Colombia, with clinics in Bogotá, Medellín and other cities. Donor photographs are not provided, but written profiles include key physical and background details — height, weight, hair color, eye color, and education level.
Works with the Family Aims agency by default, but also has partnerships through several other agencies.
An independent clinic without a known exclusive agency partnership, which may offer more flexibility if you're taking a DIY approach. Donor photographs are not provided, but intended parents can submit preferences for physical and background attributes, and the clinic will match accordingly.
A well-known, high-volume clinic that provides photographs of egg donors. Popular with international patients, but the volume means some clients report administrative delays. Worth asking directly about current wait times during your consultation.
Provides donor photographs and has an exclusive partnership with the Surrogacy Colombia agency.
A newer clinic founded by a physician who previously worked at Celagem. Notably, Origgen offers end-to-end services that go beyond a typical clinic's scope — handling surrogate matching, coordination, and case management in a way that functions similarly to an agency. This makes it a particularly relevant option if you're considering a DIY approach but still want centralized support.
Getting Started: Contacting Colombia Surrogacy Clinics
To begin, book a consultation call directly through each clinic's website. Most allow you to reach out via an online form and/or WhatsApp. Some clinics charge a fee for the initial consultation — don't be surprised when you're asked to pay prior to scheduling a consultation call.
Use the consultation to ask about donor pool details, success rates, and multi-transfer package pricing. It's worth contacting two or three clinics before making a final choice — the responses you get, and how quickly you get them, are themselves useful signals about what it'll be like to work with each clinic throughout the journey.
Once you've chosen a clinic, the next decision is how to manage the journey. The agency vs. direct coordination guide walks through both paths — costs, tradeoffs, and how to choose.