Following our China journey

Here is a timeline of what we are to expect once we board that plane on Friday.

Typical basic timeline (11-15 days total)

Friday

Leave U.S. [we are flying into Beijing]

In-Country Facilitator will meet you at airport – s/he will be well experienced, knowledgeable, helpful, and guide you through every step!

Sunday

• Arrive in capital city of province your child lives in. [we will arrive in Changsha]

Monday

• Finally meet Anderson at Adoption Center!

• Complete adoption registration with Chinese government at local Provincial Civil Affairs Bureau (aka “Making it Official!”)

• Short interview with Civil Affairs officials (info from Letter of Intent)

• Take adoption documents to a notary office (will take 5 days to complete)

• Similar short interview with Notary Officer

Tuesday

• Apply for child’s Chinese passport at local Public Security Bureau (police)

• Public Security Officer (police) will issue child’s Chinese passport

Wednesday & Thursday

• Free time to bond with child &/or enjoy light sightseeing with facilitator

Friday

• Pick up child’s notarized adoption documents

• Travel to Guangzhou in the afternoon/evening

Saturday

• Child’s photo taken and medical exam completed for U.S. visa application

Sunday

• Relax and bond!

Thursday

• Child’s visa application appointment at the American Consulate General

Friday

• Day after visa appointment – Pick up child’s U.S. visa at 3:30 pm at the American Consulate General

• Travel to Beijing as a family of 4

Monday

• Return to Chicago - Airport party!