India Adoption

India Fast Facts:

• 2010 adoptions: 241 children
• Age/Gender: 72% girls; 11% under 1 year of age, and 63% 1 to 4 years of age, in 2009.
• Estimated Total Cost: $20,000 to $25,000
• Profile: Children age 9 months and older. 63% are one to four years old at time of adoption (2009). Youngest children often have diagnosed medical problems.
• Parent Ages: Married couples with a combined age of 90 years or younger can adopt an infant or young child. The age of any one prospective adoptive parent may not exceed 55 years. Single persons up to age 45 may also adopt.
• Family Status: Married couples must be in a stable relationship for a minimum of five years. Singles may adopt. Lesbian and gay couples cannot adopt.
• Travel: Both parents must travel to India to adopt the child (although in some Indian states only one parent must travel). Time spent in-country varies from 14 to 21 days.
• Timeline: From completed dossier to placement, approximately 18 to 24 months, but can be longer.