Yes, it is permitted in various countries, including the United States. This option is known as gainful or commercial surrogacy and is a common choice among celebrities who want to avoid the physical changes associated with pregnancy. In other countries like Ukraine, Greece or Georgia, surrogate motherhood is allowed only for medical reasons.
Related: International Surrogacy – Laws & Options for Surrogacy Abroad.
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