“How long does the adoption process normally take?”

It depends on what perameters you give that you expect of the child. Age, sex , country of origin , nationality, color. Etc

It is best to check with the jurisdiction laws in your state for the best answer.

I was asked a similar question two years ago, and here was my answer. The simple answer is (a) to ensure that the adoptive parent(s) are suitable (b) to find a good match, and (c) in Texas to meet the requirements of the Texas Family Code, which requires that an adoption cannot be finalized until the child has been in the custody of the adoptive parents for at least six months. The process is explained in detail at https://www.adoptionanswersinc.com/adoption-information/adoption-process-in-texas. Please do not be discouraged. I have seen the heartaches of children in situations where adoption is the best and only answer, and the happiness and reward of successful placements.