Italy Bans Couples from Seeking Surrogacy Abroad

Italy has made it illegal for couples to go abroad to have a baby through surrogacy.

The move, which opponents said it made it harder for people to become parents – despite the country’s declining birth rate, extends a ban on the practice inside the country to also include those who seek it out in places where it is legal, like the US or Canada. 

Those who break the law could face up to two years in prison and fines of up to 1million Euros.

The law, is seen by critics to target LGBT couples – who are not allowed to adopt or use IVF in the country.

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