[adoptethiopiablog]

I'm so glad you're considering Ethiopia! it is a great country to adopt from and there is so much need.

Right now I think it is hard for agencies to predict exactly how long the process will take. From what I've heard in talking with adoptive families, it is reasonable to expect you could have a child within a year of getting your paperwork sent off to Ethiopia.

Recently there has been such a surge in interest in Ethiopian adopion that the Ethiopian government is busier than ever getting cases processed through court, and getting passports and visas issued. This is making the process take longer than it did a year ago.

People open to older kids will probably wait the shortest period of time for a referral of a child, as well as those open to boys. Those who will experience the longest wait to be matched are families who specify that they want an infant girl.

There are lots of sibling groups available. But again, it is the families open to older kids who will wait the shortest period of time, since the majority of families request children under the age of 5.

All the best as you begin this adventure!!