Information on Adoption Support
Welcome to Adoption Australia. The following is a little more information on what is involved.

There are a number of organisations that can offer support when adopting and it is recommended that you seek assistance not just through the application process but also after, and throughout the child life. We can put you in touch with these organisations and provided you with:
Detailed information on the adoption process in your state
Information on inter-country (overseas) adoption
Details on the eligibility criteria from countries that are open to adoption by Australian families
Information on estimated costs and fees for the various adoption processes
Information on international law and how this effects inter-country adoptions

the process for adopting local children generally is as follows

Initial screening
Workshop, application and assessment
Allocation and placement
Post adoption order

The process for international adoptions is usually like this:

1 enquiry
2 education program
3aplication, assessment and approval
4 home study, waiting and matching
5 travel to meet and pick up child
6 supervision and application for child to receive Australian citizenship
7 completion – 1 year after receiving child both governments will finalise adoption

We can assist you with this process by providing you with all the information you need in an easy to read format as well as providing you with up to date information and ongoing assistance to make sure you are fully informed.

If you have any questions on Adoption Support or about other issues involved with adoption, please fill in the form on our services page.