| Every agency defines their adoption fees differently and this causes confusion when comparing costs. We have provided a cost calculator, for the Ecuador program that will help estimate the possible TOTAL costs for a Ecuador adoption.
Part I: Adoption Study and Preparation Costs
For a general breakdown of adoption study and preparation costs click here.
Part II: Ecuador Country Program and Misc
$10,750 divided as follows:
Initial $4,000 sent with application/dossier to country.
and $4,500 + $750 at placement. $1,500 at referral for CHSFS post-placement oversight.
Misc: travel costs, approx. $800/person plus lodging ($50-85/day for a couple) [does not include personal shopping and sightseeing expenses], Child's U.S. visa $335 [paid in country at US Embassy]
Part II: Honduras Country Program Fees
$9,500 divided as follows:
Initial $5,500 sent with application/dossier to country.
$4,000 at placement (second trip.)
Additional: $1,500 at referral for CHSFS post-placement oversight. Child's U.S. visa $335 [paid in country at US Embassy]
*Fees are subject to change.
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