On December 23, 2016, the fee to obtain a Certificate of Citizenship (COC) is more than doubling. Here’s how to apply, as well as why every child adopted internationally should have this document.
Ecuador Adoption Fast Facts
Wondering how to adopt from Ecuador? Find statistics, prospective parent requirements, personal stories, and more resources.
South Africa Adoption Fast Facts
Wondering how to adopt from South Africa? Find statistics, prospective parent requirements, and an average budget and timeline.
Romania Adoption Fast Facts
Wondering how to adopt from Romania? Find statistics, prospective parent requirements, and an average budget and timeline.
Panama Adoption Fast Facts
Wondering how to adopt from Panama? Find statistics, prospective parent requirements, and an average budget and timeline.
Kazakhstan Adoption Fast Facts
Wondering how to adopt from Kazakhstan? Find statistics, prospective parent requirements, personal stories, and more resources.
Mexico Adoption Fast Facts
Wondering how to adopt from Mexico? Find statistics, prospective parent requirements, and an average budget and timeline.
Hong Kong Adoption Fast Facts
Wondering how to adopt from Hong Kong? Find statistics, prospective parent requirements, personal stories, and more resources.
Sierra Leone Adoption Fast Facts
Wondering how to adopt from Sierra Leone? Find statistics, prospective parent requirements, and an average budget and timeline.
Honduras Adoption Fast Facts
Wondering how to adopt from Honduras? Find statistics, prospective parent requirements, personal stories, and more resources.
Morocco Adoption Fast Facts
Wondering how to adopt from Morocco? Find statistics, prospective parent requirements, and an average budget and timeline.
Peru Adoption Fast Facts
Wondering how to adopt from Peru? Find statistics, prospective parent requirements, and an average budget and timeline.
Nicaragua Adoption Fast Facts
Wondering how to adopt from Nicaragua? Find statistics, prospective parent requirements, and an average budget and timeline.
Lithuania Adoption Fast Facts
Wondering how to adopt from Lithuania? Find statistics, prospective parent requirements, and an average budget and timeline.
News Brief: Deportation Likely for Adam Crapser
After an October court ruling, a man adopted from South Korea by U.S. citizens at age three may be deported, almost 40 years later. Learn how to support the Adoptee Citizenship Act, which could prevent similar cases in the future.
Book Excerpt: The English American
Born in America, raised in England, and meeting her birth mother for the first time.
News Brief: Comment on a Pending Amendment to Adoption Regulations
The Department of State has proposed changes to accreditation requirements for adoption service providers, and is currently welcoming comments from the public.
News Briefs: Intercountry Adoption Updates, October 2016
Intercountry adoption laws are updated frequently. Learn about recent changes in Peru, Nigeria, and Ghana.
News Brief: CCCWA Announces New Program for China’s Former Shared List
China’s central adoption authority, CCCWA, has announced a new program to advocate for waiting children on the country’s former “Shared List.”
News Briefs: Intercountry Adoption Updates, August 2016
Intercountry adoption laws are updated frequently. Learn about recent changes in Uganda, Romania, Haiti, and Ethiopia.