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Based on typical altruistic surrogacy arrangements in Australia. Adjust the inputs to reflect your situation. All figures in AUD.

How many IVF cycles are you expecting?
Each cycle costs approximately $10,000 before Medicare rebates. Many journeys require more cycles than initially expected.
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cycles
Adjust costs to your situation
Legal fees
Independent legal advice for both intended parents and surrogate. Mandatory in all states.
$6,000$11,000
Counselling
Both parties before and throughout the journey. Required in most states.
$3,000
$2,000$5,000
Insurance
Pregnancy-related life and health cover for the surrogate.
$4,000
$2,000$10,000
Surrogate medical costs
Pre and postnatal care, medications and appointments beyond Medicare.
$10,000
$5,000$30,000
Parentage order
Post-birth court process to transfer legal parentage to intended parents.
$3,000
$2,000$6,000
Fixed costs
Misc / buffer
Unexpected costs, childcare, cleaning, meals and wellness support.
$2,000
Optional extras
Include these if they apply to your situation.
Travel and accommodation
If surrogate and intended parents are in different cities.
$1,000 - $5,000
Egg or sperm donor
If donor gametes are required for the arrangement.
$5,000 - $15,000
Your surrogate's work situation
This affects estimated lost wages during the arrangement.
Estimated total cost
$26,000
Most Australian surrogacy journeys take 18 to 36 months. IVF success rates vary and many arrangements require more cycles than anticipated.
Breakdown
Figures reflect typical Australian altruistic arrangements and are aligned with the Stoorky Surrogacy Expenses Spreadsheet. IVF costs are per-cycle estimates before Medicare rebates. Lost wages estimated over 8-16 weeks depending on employment type.

Stoorky is an information platform, not a surrogacy agency. This calculator provides general estimates only and does not constitute legal or financial advice. Always seek independent legal advice from a qualified surrogacy lawyer in your state.