I looked into it a few years ago. To adopt a child overseas it cost something like $50,000. Not sure what the requirements were, we didn't get that far.
Hi. I am new to BB forum as I read your thread and had to reply.
I am a single from NSW and am currently looking at intercountry adoption. Yes if you are in NSW and Victoria you can currently adopt as a single. Countries such as Ethiopa, India, China and Hong Kong accept single applicants(female). China has restricted the number of single adoptions to 8% of total adoptions from each state. Some states such as QLD currently do not allow singles to adopt, but I understand this may be reviewed in the next 12 months.
As for cost it depends on the program. China being the more expensive program has a total cost of around $25000 -$30000. But these costs are spread out over a number of years. It takes about 5 years for a single to adopt from China, beginning to end. If you pass the rigorous SW interviews, then your file may sit with your local DOCS dept for about 3 years. If you are willing to take special needs children, it is much faster.E.g. cleft lip, developmentally delayed. If you adopt from Ethiopia, a sibling group is also considered special need.
Your one issue is going to be your age. Most people adopting internationally are over 40. The state departments may make an issue of your young age and your reasons to adopt. They do prefer older applicants. However on the other side of the coin, India prefers single women between the ages of 30-35 to adopt. Often state expectations don't match country allowances.
I hope this helps. By the way there is a yahoo group that is designed for single people interesting in adopting and they have a wealth of information if you need it.
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