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Adoption Fees

The following table outlines the common fees associated with a US adoption from Foyer de Sion.

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Fee Amount
DHS Fees: $545 - Immigration Fee (Only 1 fee needed if adopting siblings)
$140 - Fingerprinting Fee (or $70 per adult)
Home Study: $1500 (approximate)
Psychiatric Evaluation: $500 (or $250 per adult) (approximate)
State Dossier Authentication: $150 (approximate)
Dossier Preparation/Coordinator Fees $2000 (approximate: includes Haitian Consulate authentication and translation services)
Foreign Fees: $6000 for the first child, $6000 for additional children adopted simultaneously
Travel: $2000 (approximate for travel, meals and lodging for 3-5 days)
Child's Visa: $380 per child
Medical Fees: $30 per child
Agency Fees: Varies
TOTAL: $13,245 + Agency Fees for one child
(For each additional child add approximately $6000)
http://foyerdesion.org/adoption-Fees.php
2008