No. Prospective adopters do not pay for the adoption assessment. Some small costs are incurred throughout such as paying for an adoption medical, or paying for any overseas checks if applicable. It is expected however that on the placement of a child, adoption leave is taken which may have a financial impact. Adoption Leave entitlement and eligibility criteria can be found here; https://www.gov.uk/employers-adoption-pay-leave
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