International Adoption Overview: How to Adopt from China, Ethiopia, and Other Countries

Would you like to adopt a child from another country? Learn about the international adoption process and how to adopt from China, Ethiopia, Korea, or other countries.

Mother, father, and daughter with thalassemia

“Our First Choice”

Tracy Antonelli - May 28, 2015 - Adopting, Adoption Medicine, Decisions, International, Real Adoption Stories, Referrals & Matches, The Process

“Our First Choice”

Tracy Antonelli - May 28, 2015 - Adopting, Adoption Medicine, Decisions, International, Real Adoption Stories, Referrals & Matches, The Process

I always knew I wanted to grow my family through adoption.

Surviving a Winding Road to Adoption

Carrie Krueger - January 13, 2015 - Adopting, Adoption Parenting Essentials, Decisions, Domestic, Foster, International, Referrals & Matches, Surviving the Wait, The Process

How parents-to-be can survive failed expectant mother matches, changes to country programs, foster placements that do not lead to adoption, and other potential heartaches along the way.

A family after adopting a baby from India

“Journey Into Our Son’s Culture”

Katherine Bassein - October 28, 2014 - Culture & Heritage, International, Real Adoption Stories, Transracial

Visiting our son in the orphanage where he lived revealed the humbling truth that he’ll leave behind a lovely way of life.

Readoption: The Final Step

Peter J. Wiernicki, Esq. - July 27, 2014 - Adopting, International, The Process

An attorney explains how to ensure that your parent-child relationship is recognized under U.S. law after an international adoption.

Small boy who joined his family through Uganda adoption

Uganda Adoption Fast Facts

Editorial Team - June 26, 2014 - Adopting, International, International Adoption Countries

Wondering how to adopt from Uganda? Find statistics, prospective parent requirements, and an average budget and timeline.

Haiti Adoption Fast Facts

Editorial Team - June 26, 2014 - Adopting, International, International Adoption Countries

Wondering how to adopt from Haiti? Find statistics, prospective parent requirements, personal stories, and more resources.

Democratic Republic of Congo Adoption Fast Facts

Editorial Team - June 26, 2014 - Adopting, International, International Adoption Countries

Wondering how to adopt from the DRC? Find statistics, prospective parent requirements, personal stories, and more resources.

Colombia Adoption

Editorial Team - June 26, 2014 - Adopting, International, International Adoption Countries

Wondering how to adopt from Colombia? Find statistics, prospective parent requirements, personal stories, and more resources.

A child who joined her family through Latvia adoption

Latvia Adoption Fast Facts

Editorial Team - June 26, 2014 - Adopting, International, International Adoption Countries

Wondering how to adopt from Latvia? Find statistics, prospective parent requirements, personal stories, and more resources.

A child who joined his family via India adoption

India Adoption Fast Facts

Editorial Team - June 26, 2014 - Adopting, International, International Adoption Countries

Wondering how to adopt from India? Find statistics, prospective parent requirements, personal stories, and more resources.

A laughing child who joined his family through Taiwan adoption

Taiwan Adoption Fast Facts

Editorial Team - June 26, 2014 - Adopting, International, International Adoption Countries

Wondering how to adopt from Taiwan? Find statistics, prospective parent requirements, and an average budget and timeline.

Ethiopia Adoption

Editorial Team - June 26, 2014 - Adopting, International, International Adoption Countries

Wondering how to adopt from Ethiopia? Find statistics, prospective parent requirements, personal stories, and more resources.

Ukraine Adoption Fast Facts

Editorial Team - June 26, 2014 - Adopting, International, International Adoption Countries

Wondering how to adopt from Ukraine? Find statistics, prospective parent requirements, personal stories, and an average budget and timeline.

South Korea Adoption Fast Facts

Editorial Team - June 26, 2014 - Adopting, International, International Adoption Countries

Wondering how to adopt from South Korea? Find statistics, prospective parent requirements, personal adoption stories, and an average budget and timeline.