CHAPTER 5: SURROGACY IN GREECE-THE LEGAL FRAMEWORK: A VIABLE MODEL

Abstract

The method of surrogacy is one of the most controversial issues related to IVF Much ink has been spilled over the expression of opinions both in favor and against the application of the method. In Greece, surrogacy is permitted under a number of strict conditions that have to be met in order to be lawful. The main concern of the Greek legislator was child’s best interest. However, the lack of a common approach regarding surrogacy among the countries of Europe favors reproductive tourism and leads to inequality between the European citizens as far as access to Medically Assisted Reproduction is concerned. Given this situation, there is an urgent need for a common regulation regarding the application of surrogacy which, in one way or the other, is actually gaining more and more ground implemented. The Greek model proposes a viable solution in this direction.