Jamaica Adoption Fees And Expenses
Fees, Descriptions and Overview
Jamaica Adoption Fee List
Fees paid to or arranged by New Beginnings
| Description | Due at | Fee Type | Amount ($) |
| Application (AFP) | Submission of AFP | US Expenses | 350 |
| New Beginnings’ Fee, 1st part | Adoption Service Agreement | US Expenses | 1,500 |
| New Beginnings’ Fee, 2nd part | Home Study Approval | US Expense | 2,500 |
| New Beginnings’ Fee, 3rd part | Acceptance of the Referral | US Expenses | 1,500 |
| Total Fees paid to or arranged by New Beginnings, §96.40(2)(3)(5)(6). | 5,850 |
Social Services done by NB for families living in our service area of NY, NJ, PA, or FL.
| Description | Due at | Fee Type | Amount ($) |
| Home Study | Adoption Service Agreement | Home Study (add 400 if in NY) | 2,200 |
| Post-Adoption, four reports | Submission of EP | Post-Adoption Reports | 1,900 |
| Transportation home visit | When Billed | Mileage/Travel | 62¢/mile |
Social Services for families outside our service area. Fees paid to Local Adoption agency.
| Description | Due at | Fee Type | Amount ($) |
| Home Study | When Billed | Home Study | 1,700 to 3,300 |
| Post-Adoption | Before travel | Post-Adoption Reports | 1,600 to 2,700 |
| Supervision of Services | Adoption Service Agreement | Home Study/Post Placement | 500/300 |
| Total Social Services, Home Study, and Post-Adoption Fees | 4,100 to 6,800 |
To see a sample Adoption Service Agreement, submit a pre-application or send your request to nb@new-beginnings.org.
The Costs of International Adoption
International adoption can incur significant expenses, but various forms of assistance are available to alleviate the financial burden. Organizations and foundations offer grants and loans, while the adoption tax credit can provide substantial savings, potentially exceeding $16,180 and significantly reducing the overall cost of adoption.
Comparing expenses between adoption agencies can be complex. International adoption agencies must disclose their fees and provide a sample agreement upon request. While fees are itemized, disclosures vary between agencies, making comparisons difficult.
Here are two guidelines to help when comparing fees. First, compare fees that are set and paid directly to the agency. Second, the fees paid to the foreign provider should be compared, whether routed through the agency or paid directly to the foreign provider. For New Beginnings, these fees are detailed above.
While New Beginnings fees may not be the lowest, our fees are always competitive. When selecting an adoption agency, it’s crucial to consider factors beyond just fees. Nevertheless, adoption can be expensive, and knowing the cost is important.
Need Financial Assistance?
If you have chosen to pursue international adoption, you should know that financial assistance may be available to help with the adoption expenses. Check out our financial assistance page, which lists several options for families hoping to find help in meeting their adoption costs.
Budgeting For International Adoption
When you’ve made the decision to adopt, it makes sense to put together a financial plan before you begin the process. Adoptions come with the standard agency, legal and home study fees, but for international adoptions, there are additional travel, visa expenses and a fee to the foreign agency to consider.
Here are a few tips on how to plan and prepare for these expenses