The average time between referral and travel is 6-7 months. Upon arrival in Guatemala, the child is already legally yours, since the adoption will have been completed through the Power of Attorney.
Parents travel to complete the U.S. visa step only.
Most spend 2-3 days in the country. Our representative will make hotel or apartment reservations for you at the cost you suggest. Two of our representatives facilitate a birth mother meeting if adoptive parents desire this. During your stay, our representative will assist you with the final steps of the adoption process and with anything else you may need. Your stay may be from 2-3 days to one week in length.