Surrogacy in Ukraine is legal: The legal procedure for surrogacy in Ukraine is clearly set out. The legal parents of a child born in the country are determined by DNA only. Therefore, the surrogate mother has no legal rights to the child. No court procedure: The parents of a child born through surrogacy in Ukraine must be legally married. No court procedures regarding parental rights are carried out. Visa-free travel: Although not in the EU, Ukraine is geographically within the European region and no visas to enter the country are required (or visa on arrival for some nationalities) The same ethnic group and religions are observed. Gender selection by PGD (Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis): PGD is recognized and legal in Ukraine. PGD or Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis is the process of removing a cell prior to implantation, for the testing of genetic diseases and abnormalities. It can also be used to determine the sex of the baby. No age restriction: Unlimited attempts at IVF permitted.