About

Circle Surrogacy is one of the oldest and largest surrogacy agencies in the United States, founded in Boston, MA in 1998. With nearly three decades of experience, Circle handles surrogacy journeys for domestic and international intended parents, with particular depth in legal and insurance navigation. They operate nationwide and are well-known in fertility clinic networks, which often translates to faster clinic coordination.

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Nearly 30 years in operation makes Circle one of the most tenured agencies in the US market. Multi-journey surrogates frequently return, with some completing two and three journeys through Circle — a pattern visible in community forums.

Compensation Breakdown

2026 data · First-time surrogate base rates

Base Compensation (first-time)	Up to $60,000+
Experienced Surrogate Bonus	+$5,000 typical
Monthly Allowance	Included in base structure (9 months + post-delivery)
Clothing Allowance	Included in package
Embryo Transfer Fee	Included
C-Section Fee	Included in package
Multiples Bonus	Included in package
All Medical Bills	Covered
Insurance Premiums	Covered
Legal Fees	Covered
Travel Expenses	Covered
Lost Wages	Covered
Life Insurance	Included
Counseling Support	Included
💰 Total Package (first-time)	$55,000 – $65,000+

⭐ Experienced surrogates typically add $5,000 or more to base. Base pay begins at confirmed heartbeat (~6 weeks), paid monthly through post-delivery period.

Additional Benefits

Payments begin at confirmed heartbeat

Monthly payments for 9 months + post-delivery

All-inclusive package (no surprise gaps)

Experienced in international IP journeys

Strong clinic network coordination

Nearly 30 years in operation

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What surrogates are saying

Aggregated from 18 community mentions across surrogate forums

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Loyalty from multi-journey surrogates

"My last two journeys were both with Circle — I keep coming back. There's something to be said for an agency that knows you and your history."

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Strong clinic and legal network

"Circle's relationships with fertility clinics made coordination seamless. My clinic knew them and the process moved quickly because of it."

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IP costs cited as high

"After going through Circle, the total IP cost came in north of $180,000. Some community members felt GC comp was low relative to what IPs pay."

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Mixed views on handling IP/surrogate conflicts

"One secondhand account described Circle as unprofessional in certain IP situations. Experiences seem to vary by coordinator."

Community excerpts

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Car6824

Surrogate · 3rd journey

Mixed

"Looking to be a 3rd time surrogate. I was with circle which was a good experience but I just didn't feel 'right'. Any suggestions on agencies and base pay would be great — I feel like my last two was low base compared to others."

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Anonymous

Surrogate · 3rd journey with Circle

Positive

"Currently with Circle surrogacy — my last two journeys were with them as well. I really want this final journey to go well emotionally, relationally, all of it. Circle's been consistent across all three journeys for me."

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Erica R.

Industry professional

Mixed

"An acquaintance was a surrogate with Circle Surrogacy. She was an amazing surrogate (they want her again), but she found them unprofessional, particularly in IP situations, which would make your head spin."

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