These steps can be worked on simultaneously. Keep a file of all documents and always have a copy of any document. About six months after all your paperwork has been at the China Center of Adoption Affairs, a child will be assigned to you. After all paperwork from the province is received by the China Center of Adoption Affairs, then a document granting you permission to travel is issued and sent to the adoption agency. You usually travel in about 30-60 days after your child is assigned to you.
Small groups assure personal attention and efficient meetings with authorities in China.
When you arrive in China, an English-speaking representative will meet you. Your child is brought to your hotel in the provincial capital city. You are accompanied by your English speaking, adoption experienced interpreter-guide at all times for meetings with officials and orphanage representatives. As needed and if possible, you may visit the town of the orphanage where your child was receiving care. Only one parent needs to travel to China, and your stay is about one week.