Adoption

Each year, thousands of U.S. Citizens adopt children from overseas. This is known as an intercountry adoption.

Adopting a child from another country is often a complicated journey. We will define the process and provide information to help you make informed decisions for you and your family.

USCIS is Responsible For:

• Determining the eligibility and suitability of the Prospective Adoptive Parents (Individuals) looking to adopt.

• Determining the eligibility of the child to immigrate to the United States.

Which Process is For You?

There are three processes for adopting a child internationally.

Two separate processes apply only to children adopted by U.S. citizens. Depending on what country you choose to adopt from will determine which process you will adopt by.

• Hague

• Orphan (Non-Hague)

Another process applies to a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident who may petition for his/her adoptive child through an Immediate Relative Petition.

For more information on Immigration through adoption see the links to the left.