1. What are the payment methods for expenses and settlements?
It is recommended to use VISA or MasterCard, which allow international transactions, and bring some cash for currency exchange to the local currency (Som). Currency exchange services are available at the airport and in the city.
2. What documents are required for entering and exiting Kazakhstan?
To enter Kyrgyzstan, you need to present a valid passport and electronic visa. Some airports in China may require a return ticket during departure checks.
3. What travel documents are required?
- Valid passport (original).
- Electronic visa.
- Original marriage certificate.
- POA (Power of Attorney) file package.
- Mobile phone.
- Bank card capable of international transactions (VISA; some UnionPay cards may work).
- Small cash amount (can be exchanged locally).
- Personal luggage, clothing, and toiletries.
4. Does the passport need to have more than three years of validity before starting the surrogacy project?
Yes, to avoid complications during the surrogacy process and returning with the child. Renewing a passport mid-process can cause delays.
5. How many trips abroad are required?
- For embryo transfer: Only one trip is needed, with the second trip for child pickup (POA can delegate paperwork to staff).
- Full process in Kyrgyzstan: Two trips are needed—one for egg stimulation/sperm collection, and another for child pickup.
6. Whose names are written on the birth certificate?
- Married couples: The names of both intended parents (clients).
- Single woman: Only the woman’s name.
- Single man: The man’s name along with the name of a female partner listed in the documentation.
7. What if one partner cannot travel for child pickup?
A power of attorney can authorize the other partner to handle the procedures. However, for egg or sperm donation cases, the biologically related parent must travel to complete DNA testing and the child’s passport application. The POA document must be translated and notarized with Hague certification, costing approximately $450 per set (excluding other fees).
8. What if egg donation clients cannot stay in Kyrgyzstan for long?
After the DNA test, the client can delegate remaining procedures to a trusted person. The client must accompany the delegate to the embassy for discussions. If approved by the embassy, the process can continue (applicable for single or married clients).
