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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Petition for Adult Adoption in our editor.
Begin by filling in your personal information as the Petitioner(s). Include names, addresses, and contact details. Ensure accuracy for smooth processing.
In the section regarding the adoptee, provide their name, gender, and date of birth. If applicable, indicate any name changes they wish to adopt post-adoption.
Attach necessary documents such as the Affidavit of Consent from both Petitioner(s) and Adoptee. Ensure you have a certified copy of the adoptee’s birth certificate ready.
Review all fields for completeness and accuracy before submitting your petition. This will help avoid delays in processing.
After submission, prepare for a court hearing where both parties must consent to the adoption. Mark your calendar with the scheduled date.

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How long does it take to adopt a child in Delaware?

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How much does it cost to adopt in Delaware?

The average cost of adoption in Delaware can differ greatly depending on the agency you choose. You might encounter expenses between $20,000 to $40,000 and even more. This price accounts for agency fees, legal proceedings, home studies, and birth mother expenses.

How to adopt a child in Delaware for free?

If a family is licensed to adopt through a licensed foster care and adoption agency or to foster through the Division of Services for Children, Youth, and their Families and then adopts a child they are fostering, there is not a charge. All other adoption in Delaware is done through private agencies.

What are the requirements to adopt a child in Delaware?

The good news is that Delawares adoption requirements are minimal. Any individual married, unmarried or divorced is eligible to adopt a child. The hopeful adoptive parents must be at least 21 years of age and be residents of Delaware at the time of filing the adoption petition.

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