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

If you are wanting to adopt a child in Australia you must go through the state. There are no private adoptions, even if you are wanting to adopt form overseas your must use the correct public system. This is to protect the interests of the child and to make sure that all adoptions follow the Hague Convention. This can make it frustrating for people who want to adopt as it is important to make your applications correctly as having one rejected could negativity affect future applications. Adoption can be a long a complicated process so before you begin you may like advise on:

Detailed information on the adoption process in your state
Information on adopting a child from Australia
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
Contact details for agencies, support groups and non-governmental organisation involved in the adoption process

Our staff will 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 Adoption Process or about other issues involved with adoption, please fill in the form on our services page.