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Bulgaria Adoption

Bulgaria Fast Facts:

  • 2010 adoptions: 40 children
  • Age/Gender: 53% Female, 53% 1 to 4 years of age, in 2009.
  • Estimated Total Cost: $22,000 to $35,000
  • Profile: Children are from 36 months to eight years, both boys and girls.
  • Parent Ages: Parents must be at least 15 years older than the child, but no more than 45 years older.
  • Family Status: Married couples and singles may adopt.
  • Travel: Two trips are required; if a couple, both parents must travel. Each trip is approximately one week long.
  • Timeline: 18 to 24 months once dossier is complete.

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Bulgaria processes adoptions through the Ministry of Justice. Adoptions are not processed on a first come, first serve basis. Instead, priority is given to parents adopting special-needs children. Bulgaria is a member of the Hague Adoption Convention. For more information, visit http://adoption.state.gov/country_information/country_specific_info.php?country-select=bulgaria

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