Adoption fees
Our fees and charges increase on 1 July each year. On 1 July 2023 our fees and charges were increased by 3.45% in line with the Government's indexation policy.
The fees are effective from 1 July 2023.
Local (Queensland) adoption fee
Assessment fee*: $765.29
* There are no fees associated with making an expression of interest or attending an information and education session.
Intercountry adoption
Assessment fee*: $5,496.97
Supervision fee (post-placement): $2,355.91
* 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 an information or education session.
Step-parent adoption
Application fee: $94.23
Assessment fee: $706.78