India Adoption

Adoption from India with America World

America World Adoption (AWAA) is a Hague-accredited adoption agency that has been facilitating international adoptions since 1994. Our India program, authorized by the Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) in 2006, reflects our long-standing commitment to ethical and compassionate adoption practices.

With over 25 years of experience, our India team brings deep expertise and heartfelt care to every family’s adoption journey. While adoption from India can be complex and sometimes lengthy, our dedicated team provides steady guidance, maintaining regular communication with orphanages and government officials to ensure families feel informed and supported every step of the way.

At America World, we are honored to walk alongside families in this life-changing process — helping children from India find their forever families and helping families fulfill the beautiful dream of welcoming a child into their hearts and homes.

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     India Adoption Program Overview

    Timeline
    14 months-2.5 years
  
    Waiting Children
    Boys and Girls, 4 months-15 years
  
    Parents' Ages
    A Minimum of 25 Years Older than the Child Being Adopted
  
    Travel
    Usually 1 trip, 1-2 Weeks
  
    Post Adoption Requirements
    24 Months
  
    Estimated Costs
    $38,731 - $51,400

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Waiting Children

Many precious children of all ages, with minor to significant developmental, physical, or emotional needs wait for the love and stability of a family.

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Program Requirements

Our India adoption program has specific requirements for single women and families. Learn more to find out if this program is a fit for you.

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Cost

The cost to adopt from India ranges from $38,731 to $51,400. Get a complete breakdown to find out what these figures entail.

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Timeline

Special needs adoption from India usually takes 14 months-2.5 years while adopting a healthy child can be at least 3-5 years. Find out all the steps in this process.

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Travel

Families typically make one trip lasting 1-2 weeks to pick up their children. Learn more about this meaningful experience.

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India Adoption Family Stories

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Nov 7, 2025

“Do What It Says”

Nov 7, 2025

“Do what it says.” Those words from James 1 transformed the Nicosons’ hearts and rewrote their family’s story. What started as a comfortable life with three daughters became an incredible journey of faith that led them to India — and to their son, Silas.