Who Can Be Adopted from Algeria

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Algeria has specific requirements that a child must meet in order to be eligible for adoption. You cannot adopt a child in Algeria unless he or she meets the requirements outlined below.

In addition to these requirements, a child must meet the definition of an orphan under U.S. law for you to bring him or her back to the United States. Find out more about who can be adopted and these U.S. requirements from USCIS.

Relinquishment Requirements: A definitive agreement for the child's affiliation is given after the signature of the minute of abandonment by the mother.

Abandonment Requirements: The child's parents are unknown.

Age Requirements: Under nineteen (19) years old.

Sibling Requirements: N/A

Requirements for Special Needs or Medical Conditions: N/A

Waiting Period: Three months after the signing of the minute of abandonment by the biological mother and after the psychological interview of the prospective parents by the investigation team in the country of residence of the prospective adoptive parent.

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