A Guide to International Adoption
Adoption by Shepherd Care is Hague-accredited and fully licensed to provide services to families adopting internationally. International adoption is a great option for many families.
Adoption by Shepherd Care is proud to have an established, ethically-sound adoption program for families from anywhere in the U.S. who would like to adopt from Jamaica.
Adoption by Shepherd Care can also provide Hague-accredited home studies and post-adoption services to Florida families adopting from any country who are working with Hague-accredited primary service providers with a program in that country. We look forward to coming alongside you and helping you bring your little one home!
International Adoption from Jamaica
Adopting a child is a life-changing event. It is also a complex process with many steps. If you are interested in adopting a child from another country, there are a few additional things you need to know. The following is a guide to help you understand the process of international adoption as an American.
Adoption by Shepherd Care that has been authorized by the government of Jamaica. You will need to complete an application and submit it along with required documentation, such as proof of marriage, birth certificates, financial statements, and more.
Upon application approval, you will be matched with a child who meets your criteria.
Once matched, you will begin working with your Adoption by Shepherd Care and the government of the child’s birth country to complete the adoption process, which includes completing paperwork, undergoing a home study, and traveling to meet your child.
Jamaica Adoption Program
Welcome to Adoption by Shepherd Care’s Jamaica Program! As an agency, Adoption by Shepherd Care is committed to serving the children of Jamaica, and we are grateful for your interest in the lives of these children. We are here to walk with you through every step of the process, navigating completing the adoption requirements of both the U.S. and Jamaica. Click on the links below for detailed information on our Jamaica adoption program, including the process, eligibility, timelines, and fees.
To request an application or for more information, please complete the form below.
Jamaica Program Information
Adopting a child from another country is a life-changing event that comes with many challenges. However, it is also an incredibly rewarding experience. If you are considering adopting a child from another country, the above information will help get you started on the process. Remember to do your research and work with an accredited adoption service provider to ensure a smooth adoption process.
Frequently Asked Questions
The cost of adoption varies depending on the type of adoption. For domestic adoptions, fee information is included in our information packet and discussed in more detail during the consultation meeting. Please call or fill out the contact form to request a packet today. For international adoptions, please call our office to discuss the fees associated with your specific case.
Families finance adoptions in many ways, including grants, loans, and fundraising.
For ASC’s domestic infant program, the average age of the adoptive parents must be 50 years or less with neither spouse younger than 25 or older than 52. For international adoptions, the age guidelines are determined by each individual country’s requirements.
For our domestic infant program, we accept a limited number of single applicants, on a case by case basis. For international adoptions, this is determined by individual country requirements.
For domestic adoptions, families residing in the U.S. should be U.S. citizens or may be permanent residents, on a case by case basis. For international adoptions, at least one spouse must be a U.S. citizen.
