This page is dedicated to the process itself. I hope this helps to outline the steps needed to complete an International Adoption. If you have any questions, comments or concerns, let me know! Listed below are the steps in completing an International Adoption. Just click on the links provided to read a more in-depth article pertaining to each topic. It is my hope to inform everyone of the process it takes to complete an adoption. The more you know, the better time you will have enjoying the process.

Steps:

  1. Introduction of Lisa
  2. The Decision to Adopt and From Where?
  3. All Countries and Which Agency?
  4. The Homestudy
  5. I-600A or I-800A, Which One?
  6. The Dossier
  7. Dossier at Agency, Now What?
  8. The Unbearable Wait
  9. Apply for Passports/Visas
  10. “The Call” – Your Referral
  11. International Adoption Clinic
  12. Accepting/Rejecting Your Referral
  13. Travel Approval / Packing List
  14. The Flight
  15. In-Country
  16. Meeting Your Child – First Visit
  17. Leaving without your child
  18. Court Appointment
  19. “Gottcha Day – The Hard Reality
  20. First Day with Baby!
  21. In-Country International Doctor Visit
  22. Vacation While on Your Final Trip?
  23. US Embassy Appointment
  24. Time to go Home! – Taking the Last Flight
  25. Arrival in the U.S.
  26. Homecoming – Do’s and Don’ts
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