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A stepparent does not have an independent right to adopt. Instead, the stepparent must have the consent of the biological parent whose rights are being terminated. However, the need for consent may be waived in some situations where that person cannot be found or has abandoned the child.

To be eligible to adopt one of Florida's children, you may be married or single, already a parent or never a parent, in your 60s or in your 20s, an apartment renter or a homeowner, a person of modest means or wealth. The fact is that there is no one description of people who can be prospective adoptive parents.

Home studies are performed by licensed home study professionals in Florida. The process can be time-consuming because it must be thorough. It often includes not only a pre-placement study, but post-placement visits to ensure the child is safe and well cared for in the adoptive home.

What is the Cost of Adoption in Florida? Several factors influence the total cost of adoption in Florida. These include the agency you work with, the type of adoption you choose, the attorney who assists you and more. Because of this, the average cost of adoption is reported to range from $60,000 to $65,000.

If a family is working with a community-based care agency, there is no cost to foster or adopt. Please call us (800-962-3678) to ask about finding a community-based care agency.

Domestic Relations Cases and General Fees Applicable to All UFC Cases ServiceFeePetitions for Annulment$409.00Petitions for Adoption: Stepparent, Relative and Adult Adoptions$401.00Petitions for Adoption: Private Adoptions - See Administrative Order 5.105See A.O.Petitions for Change of Name$401.0022 more rows