What are Adoption Agencies?
An adoption agency is an organization that facilitates adoption between birth parents and people who would like to adopt a child.
Below Are The Best Adoption Agencies In South Africa
Magdalena Huis
Address: 42 17th Ave, Boston, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 4 pm
Phone: +27 21 948 3637
Abba Specialist Adoption and Social Services
Address: 7 Hugenoot St, Bellville Central, Cape Town, 7530, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 4 pm
Phone: +27 21 949 9321
Wandisa Adoption Agency NPC
Address: 63 Caledon St, Somerset West, Cape Town, 7130, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 4:30 pm
Phone: +27 21 852 8025
How much does it cost to adopt a child in South Africa?
For adoption agencies, costs range between R12,000 to R18,000.
How long does it take to adopt a child in South Africa?
From the time an applicant submits a dossier to the South African Central Authority, it’s estimated to take approximately 1-3 years to complete their adoption.
The timeline can vary based on a family’s openness to age and special needs.
Can foreigners adopt in South Africa?
If you are living in a foreign country and want to adopt a South African child related to you, you must contact the Central Authority in the country where you live.
An accredited adoption organization will assess and screen you to determine your suitability as a prospective adoptive parent.