How long does it take to adopt a child internationally?
Although many families begin counting the months when they first decide to adopt internationally, Hope Cottage will give you time estimates beginning with the submission of your application for a home study. We also break down the lengths of time into other measurable time frames, such as dossier preparation, “waiting for assignment” and “waiting after assignment.” Because so many variables are involved in any one adoption, we prefer to say that an international adoption, from home study to return home with your child, may take 12 to 24 months.
