How to Adopt from Haiti

“We adopted with AGCI twice; first in 2005 and then a year ago from Haiti. Two different experiences, but the professionalism and communication was amazing both times. That is what drew us back to AGCI. We felt very confident and comfortable. When we had questions about the process, someone was very direct in letting us know. We never felt that someone was painting a picture of what ifs or maybes, what they knew as facts they passed along and I appreciated knowing that we could trust them!”

Alicia Carlson

SPRING CELEBRATIONS

Haiti Adoption Overview

There is a huge need for families in our Haiti Adoption program. With the addition of The Hague Convention into Haiti Adoption Laws, there continues to be forward movement in the overall adoption process. In addition, AGCI hired an in-country representative to advocate for adoptive families and children! We are excited to have this additional support and commitment to growth within the Haiti Adoption program.

Christian Adoption Agency, All God’s Children International has served orphaned children and families in Haiti since 2012! Haiti is a Hague-accredited country and committed to the adoption process. AGCI is one of a select group of adoption agencies allowed to provide international adoptions in Haiti.

Most children available for adoption are between the ages of 2 to 8.
Single children, as well as siblings, are in the waiting children program.
Families adopting from our Haiti Adoption program can select the gender of their adopted child.
To date, AGCI has united over 72 children with their forever families.
We often have up-to-date photos, videos, detailed information and medical reports on children available for adoption.
Timeframe: 3-4 years. Timeframe is from registered dossier to completion. Timeframes are dependent on family’s openness to medical conditions, gender, and age of child.
Complete a FREE Pre-App to view waiting children.

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Age of Parents

One parent must be at least 30 years old. Single female applicants must be at least 35 years old. Adoptive parents cannot be over the age of 50. Parents must be at least 14 years older than the adopted child.

Marital Status

Couples married at least five years or who have five years of cohabitation are welcome to adopt from Haiti. Single female applicants may also adopt.

Children in Family

Families may have five or fewer biological and adopted children in the home.

Income

Families interested in adopting a child must have a positive net worth and an income of at least $10,000 per family member, including the adopted child.

Criminal History

Families with a criminal history will be assessed on a case-by-case basis by Haitian authorities.

Medical History

Applicants with a past or current diagnosis of a life-threatening or communicable disease or other condition that impairs their ability to parent and/or the quality of life of a child are ineligible. Families with no history of significant mental health issues or substance abuse are welcome to adopt from Haiti. Families will need a psychological evaluation for the Haiti dossier.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO ADOPT FROM HAITI?

The approximate cost to adopt from Haiti is $40,880. Cost does not include home study, airfare, lodging and other fees associated with travel.

There are so many ways to fund your adoption! You can learn more about AGCI specific grants, adoption loans, and employee benefits and more on our How to Fund Page!

AGENCY FEES

APPLICATION: $350 This non-refundable fee covers the cost of a review of your application to confirm your eligibility for your desired program. (Due at application)

U.S. AGENCY: $8,500* The agency fee covers AGCI’s cost to facilitate your adoption with agency and government officials in both the United States and foreign country. Processing expenses for AGCI include, but are not limited to, personnel costs, administrative overhead, operational costs, staff training and education, state, federal, and international licensing and accreditations, communications and insurance. (1/2 due with completion of contract and 1/2 due six months after contract)

PROGRAM FEE: $2,500* This fee provides care for orphans around the world and allows AGCI to provide the medical, emotional, spiritual, and developmental care that every child deserves. (Due with completion of orientation)

POST-ADOPTION SERVICE: $2,800 This fee allows us to provide post-adoption support services to your family and process post-adoption reports. (Due with completion of referral packet)

*If adopting siblings, agency and orphan care fees increase.

HOME STUDY AND POST-ADOPTION*

HOME STUDY SERVICES: $2,500 These fees cover our services in preparing and completing your adoption home study, including any applicable social worker travel costs. (Due with completion of orientation)

POST-ADOPTION REPORTS: $400 per report; $225 per report for each additional child. These fees cover the cost for AGCI to provide post-placement visits and reports upon arrival home. (Due with completion of referral packet)

*These fees may vary if payable to your home study agency for families living outside of AGCI’s licensed states.

NON-AGCI HOME STUDY REVIEW: $400 Any home study written by one of AGCI’s cooperating agencies will be reviewed by AGCI to ensure it meets all AGCI, USCIS, Hague and sending country criteria. Home study and Post Adoption service fees are paid to your cooperating agency. (Due with completion of orientation)

HAITI COUNTRY FEES & EXPENSES

$21,780 * These fees cover the cost of facilitating an international adoption in Haiti. These fees include, but are not limited to costs related to personnel, administration, training and education, legal fees and communications associated with government and agency authorities, government fees, and care of your child prior to the completion of your adoption. (Due with completion of dossier and referral packet as indicated on fee schedule)

ADDITIONAL & THIRD PARTY EXPENSES

Adoptive Parent Home Study Education:	$300
Adoptive Parent Referral Education:	$600
Accreditation Monitoring & Oversight:	$850
FBI Fingerprinting:	$85 per adult
USCIS & Immigration Related Fees:	$775+
Notary Services, County & State Authentication:	$250+
Document Authentication and Translation Fees:	$400-$3,600
Re-Adoption:	$500-$1,500
Travel Expenses:	$3,000-$15,000

TOTAL COST: The approximate cost to adopt from Haiti is $39,530. Cost does not home study, include airfare, lodging and other fees associated with travel.

Fee Disclosure: All fees paid to AGCI are paid in advance of service. AGCI fees are non-refundable and may not be waived. If services are terminated and a refund is due, all refunds will be processed within 60 days of withdrawal and/or closure of the adoption file upon receiving the Adoption Termination Contract.

“We adopted twice through AGCI and I’ve continuously felt that AGCI is for both the adopted family and the children– first for the children, which is so important to us. I have never felt that AGCI operated like a business, but truly a ministry of love and care for children and families. I worked with other agencies, and I have a large community in the adoption world, so I know that the way things are done at AGCI is unique. I always felt that, if there was ever a question or a problem, no stone was left unturned to get us the right support and the right answer.”

–Kristen McCort

HOW TO ADOPT A CHILD FROM HAITI

STEP ONE

Complete home study and then submit dossier.

STEP TWO

Wait to be matched with your child and begin the referral process. Once the information on the child is received, you will have two weeks to make an informed decision about accepting the referral.

STEP THREE

Both parents travel to meet your child, the first trip will be a bonding trip of two weeks. Families adopting a child through AGCI’s Haiti program are required to travel to Haiti twice.

STEP FOUR

Legalization of adoption and complete United States visa process.

STEP FIVE

Travel to Haiti for 5 days. This second trip will be to finalize your child’s adoption and bring them home.

STEP SIX

Welcome home! Once your child is home, AGCI and Haiti require post-adoption visits and reports at 3, 6, 12, and 24 months and annual reports for years 3-8. Parents are also required to complete their state’s re-adoption process. AGCI is here for support throughout your child’s life—connect with us at anytime for ongoing support services!

HAITI ADOPTION TEAM

HAITI IN-COUNTRY TEAM

Watson serves as AGCI’s Haiti in-country representative. Watson facilitates our Haiti adoption program, and is currently working to expand AGCI’s orphan care programs throughout Haiti.

IN ADDITION TO OUR HAITI ADOPTION PROGRAM, AGCI IS WORKING TO ELEVATE CARE FOR CHILDREN LIVING IN INSTITUTIONS.

“I loved that [AGCI] is passionate about orphan care. All the individuals working towards the adoption of our sons have spent their lives devoted to orphan care and taken the time to understand the needs of institutionalized children. AGCI’s expertise is at the heart of everything they do. I loved having a partner who is willing to fight for my child for all of the right reasons. And knowing that AGCI’s President is going directly to IBSR to fight for my child at the highest levels of government is fantastic.” –Dodd and Rebecca Miller