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Russian Children
Most children are from orphanages. The children available are infants to age 16. More than one child can be adopted at once
if they have a nine month age difference. Twins are available. Parents will know of their child's health before adopting.
State-run, overcrowded
orphanage.
Note: The requirements and process below is combined with US laws, but it should be a basis
for citizens of other countries.
Requirements
Single women may adopt as long as there is a 16 year age difference with the child. The youngest age parents can be is 25.
To adopt an infant, parents should be under 50. Unmarried couples aren't allowed to adopt. Orphanages and different Russian
regions may have other requirements. It is best if parents don't have a criminal record. Parents who have been divorced may
adopt. Both spouses must agree to the adoption. One spouse must be an American citizen and singles must be Americans as well
(either through birth or naturalization).
Process
Either one or two trips are required, depending on the region. There will be a court hearing.
Documents Needed
All documents should be translated into Russian. A home study, BCIS approval notice, copies of the passports of the adoptive
parents, marriage and divorce certificates (if applies), police clearance, medical exam report, financial statements (bank
statements and tax forms), employment verification letter, and evidence of place of residence are needed.
Weather / Climate
Moscow and St. Petersburg (Leningrad) are on the same parallel as Juneau, Alaska. Thus, the entire country is chilly. Siberia
is the coldest region.
Other Information / Russia
Agencies must be accredited by the Russian govt. The capital of Russia is Moscow and St. Petersburg is a major city. Siberia
is subarctic northern region of Russia.
Major Reasons Russian Children are being put up for Adoption
The Russian govt. terminates the parental rights of alcoholic parents, and thus, many are being put into orphanages.
Advantages
Disadvantages
Travel is a disadvantage since Russia is relatively far away.
Packing List
Try not to bring laptop computers because they may be inspected and confiscated, cell phones and GPS and other radio-elctronical
devices need permission. See this site for more information.
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