Fees & Payments

All of our adoption home studies are approved in all 50 states and fully comply with Interstate Compact (ICPC) standards. Each package includes a no-cost application, no waitlist, fast turnaround times, preplacement in-home visits, personal interviews, and a comprehensive written report—with no extra charges for mileage or document fees. Everything you need to move forward in your adoption journey is included, with no hidden costs. 

Our international adoption home studies are completed under the guidance and oversight of your Hague-accredited international child placing agency. We work with your agency to ensure the home study meets their requirements and supports your international adoption process.

Our service includes a no-cost application, no waitlist, in-home visits, personal interviews, and a comprehensive written report—with no additional mileage or document fees.

If your adoption home study is over a year old or needs updating due to a move or life change, we provide fast, affordable updates that meet all Tennessee requirements and comply with Interstate Compact (ICPC) standards. We review your original home study, update the necessary documents, and ensure you’re fully prepared for the next step - efficiently and with care.

If your international adoption home study is over a year old or needs to be updated due to a move or significant life change, we provide fast, affordable updates under the guidance of your Hague-accredited international child placing agency.

We review your original home study, update the necessary information and documents, and work with your agency to ensure the update meets their requirements and supports your adoption process.

Once your child has joined your family, we will conduct post-placement visits to ensure your child’s adjustment and overall well-being. These visits also allow us to provide support and guidance as you transition into family life. Each visit includes a written report submitted to the court. The first post-placement visit must be completed in person. 

After your first in-person post-placement visit, the next two visits can be completed virtually for added convenience. Virtual visits allow us to connect securely, discuss your child’s adjustment, answer questions, and continue preparing the reports required by the court.

While most Tennessee courts do not require the home study provider to attend the finalization hearing, if court attendance is requested, it is treated as a post-placement visit and billed at the standard in person post-placement visit rate of $400.

We offer a complete, background check service for adult household members. For a flat fee of $100 per adult, our process makes obtaining background checks fast, simple, and stress-free. From start to finish, we handle the details so you can focus on your adoption journey with confidence. 

Once your home study is complete, Tennessee Adoption Home Study Services will, at your request, provide copies of your home study and supporting documents to any child‑placing agency, court, or attorney - at no additional cost to you. 

We will email you a secure payment link. 

Mail to:

Tennessee Adoption Home Study Services LLC

1601 Woodland Ct 

Franklin, TN 37064

(please allow up to 2 weeks of processing time)

We want the payment process to be simple and stress-free. If you have questions about making a payment or need a copy of a receipt, please contact Brent@TNHomeStudy.com.