Adoption fees
The fees are current as at 1 July 2011.
Local (Queensland) adoption
Assessment fee: $554.85
There are no fees associated with making an expression of interest or attending information and education sessions.
Intercountry adoption
Assessment fee*: $3,985.30
Supervision fee (post-placement): $1,708
* The Intercountry Assessment fee is paid in 2 instalments as a couple's assessment progresses. There are no fees associated with making an expression of interest or attending information or education sessions.
Step-parent adoption
Application fee: $68.30
Assessment fee: $512.40
More information
Fees are outlined in the Adoption Regulation 2009 and may change. More information on adoption fees is available from Adoption Services Queensland.




