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11. How long will it take to adopt a child? In an agency adoption, depending on the workload of the agency selected, it will take anywhere from six months to a year to complete an adoption family assessment. Most adoptive placements occur one to several months after the family assessment has been approved.

The cost of Adoption can range from $25,000 – $60,000, with $45,000 being the average in Utah and Idaho. It is important to do your research to find the best route of adoption for you and who might be the best adoption agency for you before making a choice of how you want to adopt a child.

To get started with the process to foster or adopt through the state of Utah, please contact Utah Foster Care. They will refer you to the office closest to where you reside and then arrange for an orientation. Please call 877-505-5437 or visit Utah Foster Care for more information.

Qualifications Must be 21 years old or older. May be single, married, divorced or widowed. May rent or own your own home or apartment. May already have children in your home or not have children. May work outside the home. May have a small or large income.

Process Time: 4-6 months depending upon country and immigration guidelines. Available Children: 9 months - 16 years depending upon the country. Post Adoption Support: Varies by country and agency. Birth Family Contact: Varies by country and agency.

The cost of Adoption can range from $25,000 – $60,000, with $45,000 being the average in Utah and Idaho. It is important to do your research to find the best route of adoption for you and who might be the best adoption agency for you before making a choice of how you want to adopt a child.

Home study and Post Placement Requirements in Tennessee At least one home visit. Interviews with family members and everyone living in the home. A report of the Prospective Adoptive Parents physical and mental health. Approval of health and fire safety conditions in the home. A report of the reasons for choosing adoption.

Adoption finalization typically occurs at least six months after you've been placed with your child.