For most prospective parents or hopeful adoptive families in Kansas, the waiting process can create anticipation and impatience. Prior to beginning the process and before you file for adoption, it is helpful to understand the timeline so you can realistically manage your expectations. There are a variety of types of adoption, and each can have its own timeline. Speaking with a qualified Kansas Adoption Attorney or adequately performing your due diligence can equip you with the knowledge you need to prepare yourself and your family. Whether you wish to proceed with a domestic or international adoption, you will be able to streamline the process and move things along smoothly the more aware you are of the steps and requirements involved.
Domestic Adoption Timeline
Domestic adoptions are achieved within the United States and consist of a family or individual adopting an American child from within one of the states. The domestic adoption process is unpredictable in its timeline considering the variety of factors involved. A family may wait several weeks while another family could wait up to a year to receive a child after they have entered into an adoption program.
The key is ensuring you have filed all necessary paperwork, completed any required training, performed a successful home study and submitted to the applicable background checks. Delays may occur if there is a holdup on any of these specific steps or paperwork is returned for errors or any incompletions. Most families can expect to wait for 4-6 moths from their initial inquiry to the final completion stages of adoption. This estimated timeframe is also dependent on the prospective parents