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  • Get a Same-Day U.S. Passport in Bogotá: A Guide for Parents

    Get a Same-Day U.S. Passport in Bogotá: A Guide for Parents

    Updated Feb 2, 2026 — by Marlon | Category: U.S. Embassy This teaser guide helps parents who are going through surrogacy get a CRBA and a U.S. passport in one day. This general information is about support services in Colombia and how to prepare using checklists. Quick Summary The embassy now processes CRBA and passport…

  • How to Get a Same-Day U.S. Passport in Bogotá: A Guide for Parents

    How to Get a Same-Day U.S. Passport in Bogotá: A Guide for Parents

    Streamlined instructions for intended parents via surrogacy to obtain a Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA) and U.S. Passport in a single day. Quick Summary Location: U.S. Embassy Bogotá, U.S. Citizen Services (ACS) Entrance.Efficiency: CRBA and Passport applications are now processed concurrently.Timeline: Same-day pickup is available if the application is submitted correctly during morning appointments.…

  • Why This Surrogacy Guide Belongs in Every Intended Parent’s Toolkit

    Why This Surrogacy Guide Belongs in Every Intended Parent’s Toolkit

    By Marlon Menendez, Fertility Coach and Surrogacy DadThe American Stork If you’re just beginning your surrogacy journey—or even considering whether third-party reproduction is right for you—finding trustworthy, relatable resources is essential. As a fertility coach and a two-time parent through donor conception and gestational surrogacy, I’ve seen how overwhelming the path to parenthood can be.…

  • Is Surrogacy in Colombia Safe? 7 Tips.

    Is Surrogacy in Colombia Safe? 7 Tips.

    Here’s What You Need to Know about Surrogacy in Colombia.1 When considering surrogacy in Colombia, it’s normal to ask: Is Bogotá safe? The short answer: Yes, with common sense and local guidance, most people feel very safe—including me. My husband and I have two children born via surrogacy in Bogotá, and we’ve worked closely with…

  • How to Start Your Surrogacy Journey in Bogotá, Colombia

    How to Start Your Surrogacy Journey in Bogotá, Colombia

    Surrogacy in Colombia is not only possible—it can be ethical, affordable, and life-changing. If you’re dreaming about growing your family through surrogacy—but feel overwhelmed by the long waitlists, high costs, and impersonal agencies in the U.S.—we have good news: And we’re here to walk with you every step of the way. Why Bogotá, Colombia? Bogotá…

  • Affordable Surrogacy in Colombia Today

    Affordable Surrogacy in Colombia Today

    Building your family through surrogacy doesn’t have to cost a fortune. In fact, we’ve done it—twice. Today, we’re proud parents of two beautiful children, Jovani (2023) and Atiana (2025), thanks to affordable surrogacy in Colombia. From Personal Experience to Public Mission We started our journey during the uncertainty of 2020. After I was laid off…