Also included is the home study and post placement handling by a qualified social worker and post placement specialist. WIA is committed to holding agency costs to a minimum to make foreign adoption affordable for as many families as possible. Other costs are beyond WIA'S control. Most foreign governments require a basic fee for adopting a child from their country. Added to this are foreign legal fees.
Travel is expensive.
During the application and dossier processing and the home study procedure, WIA requires that you pay for services as they are rendered. After your adoption is approved, however, and before you go to pick up your child, all remaining fees must be paid. That is the only way WIA can maintain its financial integrity and continue to offer adoption at the lowest possible cost to our clients. If you live in Utah, the social worker at WIA will complete your home study. If you live in another state, your home study can be completed by any licensed home study a agency in your state of residence.