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Hello, I have some questions about a specific case and looking for specific answers and guidance. Thank you! I am a US citizen currently residing in the US. I have a 13 year old sister, who is not a US citizen nor a permanent resident, that I would like to adopt here in the US. She is living in the US with me currently, she is on a B1 type visa. I'm her older brother and legal guardian back home (I have guardianship and power of attorney documents). We are originally from the middle east, so by law adoption is not allowed legally but guardianship is. Is there any way that I can pursue her adoption legally here in the US? And where would that put her visitor status, do I need to file any work with immigration? I would appreciate any insight on how to handle this. Please be as detailed as you possible about the adoption process requirements and immigration obstacles. Not sure if adoption has any requirements of the person adopting but a bit about myself: I have been married for 5 years with no children, and I make enough living to support more dependents and handle any financial expenses associated with the adoption process. Thank you,
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Dean, Unfortunately, because she isn't a US Citizen, you wouldn't be able to adopt her in the US. You would have to adopt in her country of Citizenship and because you said they do not allow adoptions, then you wouldn't be able to move forward. Adoption of a Non-Citizen by a US Citizen is handled by the USCIS -- you can read some more, likely unhelpful information, here:I wish I had more hopeful news. Good luck with your journey!
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