International Child Adoption: Index

This section of the websites will provide you with a general introduction to international child adoption and will give you the adoption specifics that vary from country to country,

International adoption involves adopting a child whose country of citizenship and/or residence is different than yours.  This section will give you an overview of international child adoption.

China is one of most popular countries from which to adopt.  The adoption process is straightforward, the children are generally healthy, and the CCAA and Chinese government are supportive of adoption by U.S. citizens and citizens of other countries.  On this link you will find information to help you in the China adoption process.

For several years Guatemala was one of the countries that led the list of foreign countries chosen by U.S. citizens. Currently the US Government will not approve adoptions of Guatemalan children.

Historically, Russia has been one of the top 3 countries from which U.S. citizen seek to adopt.   Russian adoption requirement have changes significantly over the years and continue to be in a state of flux.  This link will help you if you are considering a Russian adoption.

Many other countries are participating in international adoption involving U.S. citizens.  This site will help you with the requirements from many other countries.

On this international adoption agencies link you will find information about us, about adoption agencies in all 50 states, and several questions for you to ask the adoption agencies.