Adoption
Every Child Deserves a Loving Home
Since 1985, New Beginnings has found permanent homes for over 2,000 children and our International Adoption Programs are some of the best available.
Steps In The Process
Our adoption process is designed to support you every step of the way, from your first inquiry to the joyful moment your family becomes official.
To begin the international adoption process, we encourage you to complete our Inquiry Form. It is available online and is a free and simple way to get started. You are also welcome to call us at 516-747-2204, and we are available for an orientation at our main office or online
The home study is a crucial step in the International Adoption Process, assessing a family’s readiness through required documents such as background checks, medical reports, financial statements, references, and completion of parent training. New Beginnings provides the necessary instructions and forms. After all documents and training are finished, a social worker conducts home visits and prepares the home study report, which is submitted to USCIS for I-600A or I-800A approval. This report, along with USCIS approval and supporting materials, becomes your dossier for the child’s country of origin.
Once your dossier is approved, the foreign agency can consider you for a referral. This process may take several months.
When a match is identified, New Beginnings will present the child’s background study. This includes photographs, medical reports, developmental assessments, and any available social history. We encourage families to consult with an independent physician for review. If concerns arise, we will request additional information on your behalf.
After accepting a referral, you will travel to complete the country-specific legal process to bring your child home, which may involve guardianship or adoption. New Beginnings or its partners will help submit the child’s legal documents to USCIS for immigration approval (I-600 or I-800). Once approved, you may return home. Families should expect an adjustment period as everyone adapts to new routines, with empathy and patience supporting a smooth transition into family life.
Once home, you’ll begin post-adoption or post-placement supervision, depending on the country.
1. Post-adoption supervision applies when the adoption is finalized abroad (e.g., Korea).
2. Post-placement supervision applies when you have guardianship and will finalize the adoption in the U.S. (e.g., Morocco, Thailand, Pakistan, Jamaica).
Post-placement supervision typically lasts six months. In Korea, post-adoption supervision usually continues for over a year.
How Long Does The Adoption Process Take?
Adoption timelines vary by country and by each family’s circumstances. Below are estimated timeframes from home study to placement, as well as expected travel requirements.
| Country | EstimatedTimeline: Home Study to Placement | Estimated Travel Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | 9–15 months | Single trip, 6–8 weeks |
| Thailand | 15–24 months | Two trips; each 7–10 days, 4–5 weeks apart |
| Korea | Timeline currently unknown due to program changes | Single trip, 17–20 days |
| Pakistan | Approximately 12 months | One or two trips; total time in-country 4–6 months |
| Jamaica | 12–18 months | Two trips; each 1–2 weeks |
If you have questions about the Steps in the International Adoption Process, please contact us at 516-747-2204.
Start Your Journey in Adoption
Do you have questions about which adoption program is right for you? We have answers. Complete this brief inquiry form. It’s the first step in getting started with your adoption today!
Are You Looking to Adopt a
Relative or Known Child From Another Country?
For individuals who live in the U.S. and hope to adopt a child in their extended family overseas, New Beginnings offers this service.