How long does it take to complete an adoption from Ukraine?
It usually takes less than a year to complete an adoption, with delays being more likely than opportunities to speed up the process. The first three or four months are spent completing your home study, gathering other documents, and preparing them for submission to the Ukrainian government. These documents are compiled into a “dossier” and sent overseas. There they are translated and submitted to the Ukrainian government, usually in less than 2 months. Your documents are normally reviewed and approved in about a month, with travel to Ukraine taking place two months later. Your trip normally lasts 4 – 6 weeks. Please check our newsletter “The Lantern” for up-to-date information on wait times. Families typically have at least two to three weeks notice before they receive their appointment date to prepare for the trip.
