Frequently Asked Questions

China Adoption

Your Questions Answered

1. What are the qualifications for adopting a child from China?

2. How long does it take to adopt a child from China?

3. Do you facilitate China adoptions outside of Pennsylvania?

4. Do you perform home studies outside of Pennsylvania?

5. What if I already have a completed home study?

6. Can I adopt more than one child from China at a time?

7. What ages are available? Are boys available?

8. Are the Chinese children available for adoption in good health?

9. Must I travel to China and for how long?

10. Will I travel to China and not receive a child?

11. Is there any future recourse from the birth parents?

12. Will there be assistance in China?

13. Will my child be a United States citizen?

14. What are the ages of the children being adopted?

15. Do I need to be a U.S. Citizen to adopt a child through Living Hope?

16. What are my first steps in the adoption process?

17. Are there any discounts available?

18. If I was ever arrested, do I need to disclose it on our application?

19. How long will it take until I have my child in my arms?

If your questions regarding China adoptions or Living Hope's adoption process have not been addressed above, please don't hesitate to call us toll free at 888-886-8086.