China
America World is a Hague-accredited China adoption agency and has seen thousands of families travel to China to bring their children home. While in-country, our experienced guides provide have navigated the adoption process for our families since 1994, allowing America World families to focus on their children. Learn more about how to begin your Chinese adoption below. With over 4,600 children placed into forever families with the help of a staff of caring, loving professionals, America World's experience in…
Waiting Children in China
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REQUIREMENTS AT-A-GLANCE
| China Adoption Timeline: | 12 - 24 months average for waiting children |
| Children Ages for China Adoption: | Boys/Girls, 8 months - 13 ½ years |
| Parents' Ages for China Adoption: | 30 - 50* (* if both over 50, youngest parent no more than 50 yrs. older than child) |
| Marriage Requirements for China Adoption: | 2 years (5 years if divorced); single women accepted |
| Estimated China Adoption Expenses: | $31,000 - $45,000 |
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