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Choosing an International Adoption Agency

Choosing an international adoption agency will be one of the most important steps you take when venturing forth on your adoption journey. The agency you choose will have a huge impact on whether your adoption adventure is fairly smooth...or a nightmare. Here are some tips to make sure you choose the right agency.

Avoid Photo Listings

As tempting as it may be, the number one rule when choosing an international adoption agency is to never look at a photo listing provided by an agency until you have thoroughly researched that agency first. It is far too easy to fall in love with the face of a child, and once you become emotionally involved, it is extremely difficult to use your head in making decisions.

how to choose an adoption agency Not everyone goes into the adoption industry for noble intentions, and there are some unscrupulous people out there who will take your money and do nothing with it. Protect yourself. Do your homework, and find a reliable agency first. Once you are convinced the agency is the right one for you, and then look at the photos of waiting children.

Ask Around

Find other families in your church, workplace and neighborhood who have adopted internationally. Ask them what agencies they used and whether they would recommend them. Those who have already been down that path will have valuable tips as well as excellent recommendations on choosing an international adoption agency.

Call the Agency

A good rule of thumb when choosing an agency is how much time the staff is willing to spend on you. How quickly do they return your phone call? Are they willing to answer your questions?

Ask for a List of Referrals

And then call those referrals and ask them the tough questions. And while you have them on the phone, be sure and ask how long ago they finalized their adoption. An agency that was great even two to three years ago might not be so wonderful now. Always check the referrals when choosing an agency.

Call the Better Business Bureau

Anytime someone has filed a complaint against an agency, the Better Business Bureau will keep those complaints on record. It's a good way to see if the adoption agency you are thinking of going with has a good record.

More Helpful Information

Think you can't afford the high costs of adoption? We brought all three of our children home without going into debt, and so can you! Learn more.

Private international adoption is possible, but be aware that there are a lot of steps - and - paperwork involved. Learn more here.

Are you single and want to adopt? Many countries will still allow you to adopt even if you aren't married. Learn more.

Curious about how many parents adopted from what countries last year? These international adoption statistics will provide you with the overall picture.

You're thinking about building your family through adoption. After reading about the big adoption picture, are you still undecided whether to adopt abroad? Here are points to think about when considering Domestic versus International Adoption.

So what are the positive aspects of bringing a child home from overseas? Read here about the pros of international adoption.

But be aware that there are negative aspects of adopting internationally as well. Here are some of the cons of international adoption.

Have you ever wondered why your international adoption fee is so high? Here are some of the expenses that are part of your international adoption fee.

If you are thinking about pursuing international adoption, you want to be sure and choose the right agency. Here are some tips on choosing an international adoption agency.

Adopting a child from another country isn't always smooth sailing. There are risks involved in international adoption. Learn more here.

Have you ever wondered how international adoption began? You can read the big adoption picture on the history of international adoption here.

Nowadays, most international adoption agencies post pictures of children on the web, knowing a picture is a powerful way to connect children with families. But you should always proceed with caution before looking at any photolisting. Learn more about it here.

If you are single and wanting to adopt, more countries will now allow you adopt a child, including a toddler, sibling group, older child or disabled child. Learn more here.

Pursuing an international adoption without the help of an adoption agency is not only possible, but a great way to save thousands of dollars and keep you in control of your international adoption. Learn more.

Why can't these children be adopted in their own countries? The answer usually has to do with culture and pressures from society. Read more.

The Hague Treaty has been in effect for a few years now, so how has it impacted international adoption? Read more

International adoption can be one of the greatest things that can happen to you, but if you fall into the hands of an unscrupulous agency, you adoption dreams could become a nightmare. Learn how to protect yourself by clicking here.

Many parents pursuing international adoption are asked why they don't pursue a domestic adoption instead. There are many reasons why a domestic adoption is not always possible. Read more.

The hardest part of international adoption is the long wait to bring your child home. Learn one adoptive mom's tips for enduring the wait by clicking here.



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