International Adoption
 International Adoption is just one of several ways to build your family.
However, the process can be complex, paperwork-intensive, and expensive. The
waiting time for inter-country adoption, including the home study, U.S. Citizenship,
and Immigration Services (USCIS – formerly INS) approval process, can
take from one to three years. Adoptions of children with special needs may
lower fees and shorten waiting periods.
There are a number of countries that work with U.S. couples hoping to adopt,
so identifying  which country works best for your family is usually the first
step you would take when moving forward. In Wisconsin, a licensed adoption
agency must complete your home study. Things to consider when adopting internationally
are: age, gender, race, medical needs.
If you're unsure about what would work best with your family, a qualified
adoption professional should be able to assist you in identifying the most
important requirements, which will ultimately assist you in deciding what
country program will work best for you. Popular countries from which to adopt
include Guatemala, China, Russia, Ethiopia, Haiti, South Korea, Kazakhstan,
Ukraine, Liberia, Colombia, India, and recently Vietnam.
For more information about international adoption please view the links below.
We are available to help you with your questions or concerns. Feel free to
give us a call at 1-800-762-8063, or email us at: info@wiadoptioninfocenter.org.
Stories of Inspiration
Adoption Attorney List
How to Make Adoption Affordable
International Handbook
Joint
Council on International Children’s Services
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