The cost of adoption in some countries.

India

$20,000-$35,000 
It takes 2-3 years to bring a child home. Couples must be married for at least 5 years. 
Source: The Adoption Guide

Russia

$40,000-$60,000 
Parents must make 2-3 trips over. Russian government focuses on the mental and physical health of prospective parents.
Source: The Adoption Guide

China

$20,000-$40,000 
China has a very long wait time of around 4-6 years, with strict income guidelines and a law of one parent being 35 or older.
Source: Holt International

Bulgaria

$25,000-$35,000
Most children are over the age of 5. Married couples and singles can adopt.
Source: The Adoption Guide

U.S. Foster Adoption

Up to $5,000
The costs depend on who you work with for the adoption (agency, social services, attorney). In 2009, the average wait of a child from foster care to adoption was 30 months.
Source: The Adoption Guide

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