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

Many families when choose to adopt babies over children and certainly if you are a first time parent this can help you and your partner bond with the child easier as well as being easier for the child to to adjust. Local Adoptions usually follow a four step format:

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

Adopting internationally is longer process which can include being screened not only in Australia but also in the country you are adopting from. The adoption is usually finalised in the country of the child however with some countries it is not final until the Australian court has made an adoption order. The process 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

Our staff can provide you with the information you require in an easy to read and understand format. We aim to provide you with all the information you require to assist you through the adoption process. Parenting an adopted child is a rewarding and life changing experience, much like parenting a biological child. Adoption, however, is a different process that has started for you and your adopted child well before you have even met

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