Kazakhstan Adoption Process

In Kazakhstan, parents are required to select an orphan, and then apply for adoption through the court. (…)

Child Trafficking vs. International Adoption

Child trafficking — the transporting and sale of a child for sexual exploitation or child slavery — may be seen if poorly regulated countries or countries where international adoption is used as a means for local corruption. (…)

Consequences of International Adoption

Whereas domestic adoption has been common for years, international adoption is a new idea and still in question. (…)

Kazakhstan Adoptions: Additional Information

The U.S. Kazakhstani Embassy and Consulate can be contacted at 1401 16th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036. Tel: 202-232-5488. Fax: 202-232-5845. (…)

Hague Convention on Protection of Children

After recognizing and acknowledging the many challenges involved with international adoption, the Hague Conference on Private International Law implemented the Convention on Protection of Children and Co-operation in Respect of Intercountry Adoption. (…)

Kazakhstan Adoptions: Preparing a dossier

Many documents are required for Kazakhstani adoption. For every document, the Kazakhstan Embassy will need one original and one translated copy. (…)

Children Available for Adoption, Waiting Children

A healthy, older child or a child with special medical needs is referred to as a “waiting child”. (…)

Kazakhstan Adoptions: Introduction

Many American couples are beginning to consider Kazakhstan as a resource for international adoption.
Outlined is a general guide to help prospective parents who want to adopt a Kazakhstani child. (…)

Guatemalan Adoptions: Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is Guatemala bound by the terms of the Hague Adoption Convention?

A: In November 2002, the Guatemalan authorities began the process of ratifying the Hague Convention. (…)

Process of International Adoptions

Despite the number of children available for adoption in foreign countries, the process is not a simple one. The first step in the procedure is to get approval to adopt. (…)

Policies and Requirements for International Adoption

If interested in adopting in different countries, check with the rules and regulations of each country as they vary widely from country to country. (…)

Chinese adoption statistics

US immigrant visa statistics show that the number of adoptions of Chinese orphans by US citizens has been steadily increasing for some time. Below are China adoption statistics since 1990. (…)

Introduction to International Adoption

The process of adopting a child from a foreign country is known as international adoption. In the United States, over 8% of all adoptions (including domestic ones) are interracial. (…)

Adoption Language, Vocabulary Used in Adoptions

Since adoption first came about, there has been a certain language or terms used in and referring to adoption. This language, called Honest Adoption Language, is still used today. (…)

Guatemala Adoptions: Risks and How To Protect Yourself

There are certain risks involved in adopting a child in Guatemala, and it is a good idea to make sure you stay informed. (…)