Can I Sell My Kidney?
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If you are searching this because of money pressure, you are not alone — but the short answer is no. Selling a kidney is a criminal offence in India for everyone involved: the seller, the buyer, the broker, and any doctor who participates.
The lawful alternative
A kidney can only be given, never sold. Living donation to a near relative — or an approved non-relative — is voluntary and unpaid. A donor may only be reimbursed for documented medical costs and genuine lost wages, never paid for the organ itself.
Frequently asked questions
Is there any legal way to get paid for a kidney?
No. Payment for an organ is unlawful in every form. Only reimbursement of a donor’s actual expenses through the hospital is permitted.
What should I do if someone offers to buy my kidney?
Report it. Such offers are criminal and are frequently scams that exploit people in financial difficulty.