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As one of our largest adoption programs, CCAI has placed hundreds of children from Ukraine with their loving forever families since launching the program in 2014.
Currently, adoptions are on hold due to the Russian military invasion of Ukraine. CCAI is committed to keeping families informed of new developments.
CCAI launched its Ukraine adoption program in 2014. Like many countries, Ukraine has older children available for adoption, children with special/medical needs, and sibling groups.
CCAI also partners with multiple orphan-hosting organizations that bring children from Ukraine to experience life in an American family. When hosted children are available for adoption, families often decide to move forward with adoption!
Child Age Range: 1-18 years
Sibling Groups: Yes
Marriage Length: No length requirements
Singles: No single individuals allowed to adopt
Expat Accepted: Yes
In country travel: Three trips total
At least 21 years of age and at least 15 years older than the oldest child to be adopted.
Legally married heterosexual couples in which at least one applicant is a U.S. citizen.
If previous history of cancer, Stages 1 -3, must be cancer free 5 years.
If previous history of mental disorders, must be free of diagnosis 5 years.
Applicants with a current diagnosis and/ or on medication for HIV, tuberculosis (TB), cancer or certain mental disorders such as depression, anxiety, bipolar, schizophrenia, etc. are not eligible to adopt from Ukraine. Some exceptions apply. Please contact CCAI to discuss further.
Application
5 working days
Approved Home Study
Approx. 8 -10 weeks
Child Match
Approx. 1 – 2 weeks
Dossier
Approx. 5 – 6 months
Ukrainian Adoption Authority Approval
Approx. 1 – 2 months
Travel to Ukraine
Approx. 3 – 4 weeks, (3 trips required)
Successful completion of 12+ parent training hours which meets the requirements of the Hague Convention on Intercountry Adoption and CCAI. All Parent Training is covered in CCAI fees.
FIRST TRIP
7-10 days during this trip the family meets with the Ukraine Adoption Authority and receives the Child Match. Once the family receives the official Match, they travel to the child’s region, meet with the child(ren), and to the local Child Protective Services (CPS) to sign the in-country paperwork to start the adoption process with the local court.
After 6-8 weeks, the family will come back to Ukraine for court finalization of the adoption.
SECOND TRIP
3 hours for the Adoption Court hearing, then a 30-day wait period for the Court to issue the Adoption Decree.
THIRD TRIP
7 – 14 days. This trip includes: obtaining the child’s birth certificate, passport, medicals, and embassy/consulate appointment for child(ren)’s adoption visa.
Absolutely no hidden charges, no last minute surprises!
CCAI is proud to be a 501(c)(3) non-profit, charitable adoption agency. We strive to keep adoption affordable so more children will have the blessing of a loving and permanent family.
We are financially accountable to you as the American public and as an adoptive family. Our solemn promise to you is: Absolute integrity with no hidden charges, no last minute surprises.
Please select your state below for a clear and comprehensive list of the fees and expenses necessary to complete your Ukraine adoption:
All Other States
Colorado
Florida, Georgia, Texas, Wyoming
Yes, while not all hosted children are available for adoption, many are. Please contact us with the child’s name and information so we can help to confirm their adoption status.
Love without Boundaries has a comprehensive, informative, and educational guide for families considering adopting a child with medical/special needs.
Information on known health risks in Ukraine via the Centers for Disease Control’s Global Health initiative.
Information from the Centers for Disease Control for those traveling to Ukraine with children.
For information on known health risks via the World Health Organization’s Country Profile for Ukraine.
Parent training resources.
| Expense | Amount | Pmt Method | Pay To | Due |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | $250 | Check/ACH Withdrawal | CCAI | Application submission |
| Child Abuse Record Search | $35/Family | Check | CO Dept of Human Service | Application submission |
| IAAME Monitoring & Oversight Fee | $500 | Check/ACH Withdrawal | CCAI (Sent to IAAME) | After App Approval |
| First Program Fee (Includes Home Study) | $5,700 | Check/ACH Withdrawal | CCAI | After App Approval |
| CBI/FBI Fingerprint Search | $39.50 per person | Money Order | Colorado Bureau of Investigation | After App Approval |
| USCIS Filing & Fingerprinting | $775 plus $85/adult | Check/Money Order | US Dept. of Homeland Security | Upon I-800A submission |
| Dossier Preparation | Approx. $450-$900 | Check/Money Order | Secretary of State(s), Chinese Consulate(s) | As preparing Dossier |
| Second Program Fee | $5,050 | Check/ACH Withdrawal | CCAI | Dossier Submission |
| CCCWA Fee | $1,270 | Check/ACH Withdrawal | CCCWA via CCAI | Dossier Submission |
| Third Program Fee | $5,500 | Check/ACH Withdrawal | CCAI | Prior to receiving child match acceptance letter |
| CCCWA Post Adoption Translation Fee | $300 | Check/ACH Withdrawal | CCCWA via CCAI | Prior to receiving child match acceptance letter |
| Court Validation Deposit | $200 | Check | CCAI | Prior to receiving child match acceptance letter |
| Post Adoption Deposit (Refundable) | $450 | Check/ACH Withdrawal | CCAI | Prior to receiving child match acceptance letter |
| Visa to enter China | $140 (plus courier fee) | Check/Credit Card | Chinese Consulate via a courier/travel agency | Approximately one month before travel to China |
| US Domestic & International Airfare | $1,000 – $2,000 per traveler (adopted child over 2 requires full ticket) | Credit Card | A travel agency/airline of your choice | Approximately 7-10 days prior to China departure |
| In China Travel & Accommodations | Approx. $4,000-$4,400 for two adults | ACH Withdrawal | CCAI (wired to China) | Approximately 7-10 days prior to China departure |
| Adoption Registration and Notarization | $800 – $1,000 | Cash | Local government in China | In China |
| Orphanage Donation | (Voluntary) | Cash or Wire | Orphanage | In China |
| Child’s Passport | $100-$150 | Cash | Local passport agency | In China |
| Food | $700 – $800 per couple | Cash/Credit Card | Hotel(s), restaurant(s) | In China |
| Child Physical & Photo | $130-$150 | Cash | Clinic | In Guangzhou, China |
| Child U.S. Entry Visa | $325 | Cash or Check | U.S. Consulate | In China |
| Court Validation Fee | $167 | Check | County Court | After U.S. Return |
| Child’s Colorado Birth Certificate | $37.75 | Check | Colorado Vital Statistics Office | After U.S. Return |
| Lutheran Family Services | $250 | Check | Lutheran Family Services via CCAI | When Home Study is approved by CCAI |
