Surrogate and Reproductive Services

Written By Giuliano Helguero

Common Documents that may require Legalization (Documents for International Use)

Sperm Donor Agreement

  • Notarized Sperm Donor Agreement: The entire agreement, once notarized, may need legalization if it is being used internationally.

  • Medical Records Authorization: If medical records are part of the agreement and need to be sent abroad, they might require legalization.

  • Surrogacy Agreements

    • Notarized Gestational Carrier Agreement: The main surrogacy contract may need legalization for use in foreign jurisdictions.

    • Birth Certificates: If a child born through surrogacy needs a birth certificate recognized abroad, it may require legalization.

  • Parental Establishment Documents

    • Pre-Birth Orders (PBO) and Post-Birth Orders (PBO): These legal documents establishing parental rights might need legalization when used internationally.

  • Court Orders

    • Any court orders related to custody or parental rights that will be used outside of California may require legalization.

  • Medical Reports

    • Medical reports related to fertility treatments or health status of donors/surrogates might also require legalization if they are part of international documentation requirements.

  • Power of Attorney Documents

    • If any power of attorney documents are included in your agreements and will be used internationally, they will likely need legalization.

Disclaimer: We are not licensed attorneys. We recognize that each situation is unique, and your specific circumstances may not require an apostille or an authentication for your document. This information is provided for educational and informational purposes only. We encourage you to seek appropriate legal counsel for a more precise answer.

Giuliano Helguero
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