I want to adopt a child from abroad. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW AND BE PREPARED FOR

Due to recent global events, more and more families want to give children who have lost their parents a new life.

Canada allows international adoption and grants Canadian citizenship to adopted children through their adoptive parents.

Although the process can be quite bureaucratic, but it is definitely worth it.
I won't go into all the details of the process since it’s just too complex but I would like to draw your attention to some important points.

Not all countries allow international adoption.
Here’s a list of countries from which it is not possible to adopt a child (unless you are a citizen of that country):
Russia, Tajikistan, Iran, Iraq, Kenya, Kuwait, Ethiopia, Maldives, Mozambique, Paraguay, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Tanzania.

And here are countries from which adoption is temporarily suspended:
Ukraine (due to ongoing military conflict), Georgia, Guatemala, Liberia, and Cambodia.
(BUT! If you live in Quebec, adoption from Cambodia is allowed.)

The standard international adoption process takes about a year, sometimes more. While the paperwork is being processed, a special visa can be issued for the child to enter Canada.

However, keep in mind: until Canadian citizenship is confirmed for the child, all medical expenses will be your responsibility. Sometimes this process can take up to two years, and during that time, you will be covering all costs out of your pocket.

Adoption is a difficult and costly process, both emotionally and financially. I strongly recommend not trying to handle everything on your own. It is advisable to schedule a few consultations with a qualified professional.

I want to adopt a child from abroad – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW AND BE PREPARED FOR

I want to adopt a child from abroad. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW AND BE PREPARED FOR