The Adoption Guide: Getting Started in Bulgaria Adoption

Bulgaria Adoption
AF Photo Gallery	Bulgaria Fast Facts: 2011 adoptions: 75 children Hague Accredited: Yes Estimated Total Cost: $25,000 to $35,000 Profile of Children: In 2010, 69% of children were age five or older. Parent Ages: Parents must be 15 years older than the child. Family Status: Married couples and singles may adopt. Travel: Both parents must travel. Timeline: Can take several years to receive a referral. Bulgaria Adoption Directory Find an adoption agency placing children from Bulgaria in your state:
Bulgaria processes adoptions through the Ministry of Justice. Adopting parents must use an adoption agency accredited by the Bulgarian government. 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 www.adoption.state.gov. View photos and get parent-to-parent advice in our online community, www.adoptivefamilies circle.com.
Helpful Articles from Adoptive Families Magazine Through the Glass A mother reflects on how she and her daughter met as strangers and grew to become family. How Jesse Learned to Play A little boy adjusts to his new life in America, after living in an orphanage in Bulgaria.
Helpful Web Resources for Bulgaria Adopters Bulgaria Adopt list: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Bulgaria-Adopt/ U.S. State Department

Bulgaria Adoption