FAQ #3- Isn't Adoption Expensive??

Ummmm.....YES!  Unfortunately, finances are one of the biggest hindrances when it comes to international adoption.  But, we believe that this is God's plan for our family, so we are walking by faith and making it our top priority (and are happy to do so)!  We have been saving up and putting other plans/projects on the back-burner until this adoption is complete.  Thankfully, the money is not due all at one time; rather, it is due throughout different stages of the adoption process.

Here is a rough breakdown of our Adoption Costs:


  • Homestudy Agency Fees = $4,000
  • Adoption Agency Fees = $7,000
  • U.S. Filing Fees = $1,600
  • China Filing Fees = $2,600
  • Orphanage Fee = $5,700
  • Travel & Accommodations = $7,900
  • Medical Expenses/deductible= $2,000

      • TOTAL= approx $30,000

We have almost 50% of the finances saved up now (or already paid to the agencies), and have budgeted to save another 20% over the next 8 months or so.  We are also looking at applying for various Adoption Grants, and are hoping to be able to use our travel points to save on plane tickets.  Depending on how long the process takes, it'll be tight but we should be able to cash-flow the whole thing as we keep saving. 

Our kids seem to think we are "buying" a baby.  While that has some truth to it I suppose, it just doesn't sound right!  We have been trying to explain to them that the fees are for the people who have to file all the paperwork and translate it, and for the orphanage's expenses, etc.... and our baby won't come with a price tag on her!  She will be PRICELESS!



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