Adoption from Cambodia

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Cambodia

In FY 2003, Cambodia was the 16th most popular adoptive country in the US. In FY 2002, Cambodia was the 11th most popular. (The number of adoptions decreased because of the suspension of adoptions). In Canada, Cambodia became the 15th most popular in 2002.

In FY 2002, 254 Cambodian children were adopted into the US. In 2002 in Canada, 22 were adopted.

Cambodian Children

The children live in orphanages. There are more boys available than girls. Most children are very young infants. Sibling groups of no more than two children are available.

Note: The requirements and process below is combined with US laws, but it should be a basis for citizens of other countries.

Requirements

There cannot be more than two children in the home at the time of adoption. Couples with no children may receive an infant of either gender. Couples with a girl must be open to a boy or older girl. Couples with a boy must be open to an infant girl. Singles between 40 and 50 may adopt. With couples, at least one parent must be between 25 and 55.

Process

The process only takes a few months. Medical information is available before you decide to adopt a certain child.

Weather / Climate

Other Information / Cambodia

The capital of Cambodia is Phnom Penh. Cambodia has one of the lowest life expectancies in the world, around 45 for both genders. The country suffers from many landmines, which is a factor in the low life expectancy.

Major Reasons Cambodian Children are being put up for Adoption

Most children are given up for adoption due to poverty.

Advantages

Disadvantages

Travel is a disadvantage, since one must travel halfway around the world and it is very costly.

1.)The US State Dep's Page on Adoptions from Cambodia.

2.)Cambodia Adoption Connection.

3.)The UK Govt's Page on Adoption from Cambodia.

4.)The Cambodian Orphanage Relief Project - CORP. Founded in 1998. Based in RI.

5.)Tips and Information about Traveling to Cambodia from the State Dep.

6.)Asian Hope includes a Christian orphanage in Phnom Penh.

7.) Cambodia Adoption Issues; "Other Side of Cambodian Adoption."