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France is party to the Hague Convention on Protection of Children and Co-operation in Respect of Intercountry Adoption ([http://adoption.state.gov/hague_convention/overview.php Hague Adoption Convention]). Therefore all adoptions between France and the United States must meet the requirements of the Convention and U.S. law implementing the Convention.  
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France is not considered a country of origin in intercountry adoption. There are few children eligible for adoption in France, with a long waiting list of French prospective adoptive parents. Most intercountry adoptions in France are by legal residents of France who adopt in third countries.  
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'''''While legally possible, intercountry adoption of a French orphan by foreigners is unlikely.''''' No French orphans have received U.S. immigrant visas in the past five fiscal years. The information provided is intended primarily to assist in rare adoption cases from France, including adoptions of French children by relatives in the United States, as well as adoptions from third countries by Americans living in France.
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Adoption between the United States and France is governed by the Hague Adoption Convention. Therefore to adopt from France, you must first be found eligible to adopt by the U.S. Government. The U.S. Government agency responsible for making this determination is the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Read more on Who Can Adopt.
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In addition to these U.S. requirements for prospective adoptive parents, France also has the following requirements for prospective adoptive parents:
 
  
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## RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS:
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'''Notice: As of July 14, 2014, all individuals and agencies facilitating [[international]] adoptions must be in compliance with the Intercountry [[Universal Accreditation Act]].'''
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## AGE AND MARRIAGE REQUIREMENTS:
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## INCOME REQUIREMENTS:
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## OTHER REQUIREMENTS: None.
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The information contained on this website is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional legal advice. Always seek the advice of a licensed and qualified professional. While the content of this website is frequently updated, information changes rapidly and therefore, some information may be out of date, and/or contain inaccuracies, omissions or typographical errors.
  
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==Residency==
 
  
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A foreigner who resides outside of France, and wishes to complete an intercountry adoption of a child residing in France, does not need to establish residency in France. A foreigner who wishes to adopt a child, whether in France or elsewhere, for the purpose of residing in France with the child, must be a permanent resident of France.
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=About France=
  
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==Age of Adopting Parents==
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[[France]] today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader among European nations. It [[plays]] an influential global role as a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, NATO, the G-8, the G-20, the EU and other multilateral [[organizations]].  For more information please read [[About France]].
  
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For domestic and intercountry adoptions, a couple must be married for a minimum of two years or, if married less than two years, both spouses must be at least 28 years old. A single person can adopt provided he/she is at least 28 years old; however, in practice, it is very difficult to get approval. There is no age limit if one of the spouses wishes to adopt the other spouse's child. There is no age maximum. Adopting parents must be at least 15 years older than the child they want to adopt (10 years in the case of the other spouse's child).
 
  
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==Marriage==
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=Hague Convention Information=
  
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For domestic and intercountry adoptions, a couple must be married for a minimum of two years or, if married less than two years, both spouses must be at least 28 years old. A single person can adopt provided he/she is at least 28 years old; however, in practice, it is very difficult to get approval. There is no age limit if one of the spouses wishes to adopt the other spouse's child. There is no age maximum. Adopting parents must be at least 15 years older than the child they want to adopt (10 years in the case of the other spouse's child).  
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[[France]] is party to the Hague Convention on Protection of Children and Co-operation in Respect of Intercountry [[Adoption]] ([http://adoption.state.gov/hague_convention/overview.php Hague Adoption Convention]). Therefore all adoptions between [[France]] and the United States must meet the requirements of the Convention and U.S. law implementing the Convention.  
  
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==Income==
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[[France]] is not considered a country of origin in intercountry [[adoption]]. There are few children eligible for [[adoption]] in [[France]], with a long waiting list of French prospective [[Adoptive Parents|adoptive parents]]. Most intercountry adoptions in [[France]] are by legal residents of [[France]] who [[adopt]] in third countries.
  
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Prospective parents must prove that they can provide for the child but there is no minimum income requirement.  
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'''''While legally possible, intercountry [[adoption]] of a French [[orphan]] by foreigners is unlikely.''''' No French orphans have received U.S. immigrant visas in the past five fiscal years. The information provided is intended primarily to assist in rare [[adoption]] cases from [[France]], including adoptions of French children by relatives in the United States, as well as adoptions from third countries by Americans living in [[France]].
  
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=Who Can Adopt=
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[[Adoption]] between the United States and [[France]] is governed by the Hague [[Adoption]] Convention. Therefore to [[adopt]] from [[France]], you must first be found eligible to [[adopt]] by the U.S. Government.  For more information on this please read [[Who Can Adopt from France]].
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=Who Can Be Adopted=
 
=Who Can Be Adopted=
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Because [[France]] is party to the Hague [[Adoption]] Convention, children from [[France]] must meet the requirements of the Convention in order to be eligible for [[adoption]]. For example, the Convention requires that [[France]] attempt to place a child with a family in [[France]] before determining that a child is eligible for intercountry [[adoption]]. In addition to [[France]]'s requirements, a child must meet the definition of a [http://adoption.state.gov/adoption_process/how_to_adopt/childeligibility.php Convention adoptee] for you to bring him or her back to the United States.
  
  
 
=How to Adopt=
 
=How to Adopt=
  
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'''''WARNING: [[France]] is party to the Hague [[Adoption]] Convention. Do not [[adopt]] or obtain [[Legal Custody|legal custody]] of a child in [[France]] before a U.S. consular officer issues an "Article 5 Letter." Read on for more information.'''''
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==Adoption Authority==
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'''[[France]]'s Central Authority'''
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Since January 2009, the Central Authority for adoptions in [[France]] is the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs.
  
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==The Process==
 
==The Process==
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Because [[France]] is party to the Hague [[Adoption]] Convention, adopting from [[France]] must follow a specific process designed to meet the Convention's requirements. A brief summary of the Convention [[adoption]] process is given below. You must complete these steps in the following order so that your [[adoption]] meets all necessary legal requirements.
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'''NOTE:'''  The information provided is intended primarily to assist in rare [[adoption]] cases from [[France]], including adoptions of French children by relatives in the United States, as well as adoptions from third countries by Americans living in [[France]].
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# Choose an Accredited [[Adoption Service Provider]]
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# Apply to be Found Eligible to [[Adopt]]
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# Be Matched with a Child
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# Apply for the Child to be Found Eligible for Immigration to the United States
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# [[Adopt]] the Child in [[France]]
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# Bring your Child Home
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To learn more about this process please read [[How to Adopt from France]].
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=Traveling Abroad=
 
=Traveling Abroad=
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'''Applying for Your U.S. Passport'''
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U.S. citizens are required by law to enter and depart the United States on a valid U.S. passport.  To learn more please read [[Traveling Abroad in France]].
  
  
 
=After Adoption=
 
=After Adoption=
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[[France]] has no post [[adoption]] requirements.
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'''What resources are available to assist families after the [[adoption]]?'''
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Many [[Adoptive Parents|adoptive parents]] find it important to find support after the [[adoption]]. Take advantage of all the resources available to your family -- whether it's another adoptive family, a support group, an advocacy organization, or your religious or community services.
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Here are some good places to start your support group search:
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[https://www.childwelfare.gov/pubs/f_postadoption.cfm Adoption Services Support Groups for Adopting Persons]
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[http://www.nacac.org/ North American Council on Adoptable Children]
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'''NOTE:''' Inclusion of non-U.S. Government links does not imply endorsement of contents.
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=Contact Information=
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'''U.S. Embassy in [[France]]'''
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2, avenue Gabriel
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75382 Paris Cedex 08
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Switchboard: +33 1 43 12 22 22
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Fax: +33 1 42 66 97 83
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Internet: [http://france.usembassy.gov/ U.S. Embassy France]
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'''The French Central Authority'''
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Service de l'[[Adoption]] Internationale (SAI), Autorité Centrale ([[International]] [[Adoption]] Service, Central Authority)
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Ministère des Affaires Etrangères et Européennes (Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs)
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244 boulevard Saint-Germain
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75303 PARIS 07 SP
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[[France]]
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Telephone number: +33 (1) 4317 9118
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Fax number: +33 (1) 4317 9344
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e-mail: courrier.fae-sai@diplomatie.gouv.fr
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websites: [http://diplomatie.gouv.fr / French Central Authority]
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'''Embassy of [[France]]'''
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4101 Reservoir Road, NW
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[[Washington]], DC 20007
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Telephone: (202) 944-6000
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Fax: (202) 944-6166
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Internet: [http://www.info-france-usa.org/ Embassy of France]
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[[France]] has Consulates General in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New Orleans, [[New York]] and San Francisco.
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'''Office of Children's Issues'''
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U.S. Department of State 
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CA/OCS/CI 
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SA-17, 9th Floor
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[[Washington]], DC 20522-1709
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Tel: 1-888-407-4747
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E-mail: AskCI@state.gov
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Internet: [http://adoption.state.gov U.S. Department of State]
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'''U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)'''
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For questions about intercountry [[adoption]] and related immigration procedures, call the USCIS National Benefits Center (NBC)
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1-877-3424-8374
  
  
 
==SOURCE==
 
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'''Intercountry Adoption, Bureau of Consular Affairs.  U.S. Department of State Country Information'''
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'''Intercountry [[Adoption]], Bureau of Consular Affairs.  U.S. Department of State Country Information''' adoption.state.gov/country_information/country_specific_info.php?country-select=france
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[[Category: International Adoption]]

Latest revision as of 04:28, 19 February 2018

The official flag.
Source: cia.gov.

Map.
Source: cia.gov.

Map of .
Source: cia.gov.

A lavender field in Provance.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

The Eiffel Tower in Paris.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

Mont Saint-Michel.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

Notre Dame Cathedral.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

The Orangerie at Versailles.
Source: Wikipedia.org.


Notice: As of July 14, 2014, all individuals and agencies facilitating international adoptions must be in compliance with the Intercountry Universal Accreditation Act.

The information contained on this website is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional legal advice. Always seek the advice of a licensed and qualified professional. While the content of this website is frequently updated, information changes rapidly and therefore, some information may be out of date, and/or contain inaccuracies, omissions or typographical errors.


About France

France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader among European nations. It plays an influential global role as a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, NATO, the G-8, the G-20, the EU and other multilateral organizations. For more information please read About France.


Hague Convention Information

France is party to the Hague Convention on Protection of Children and Co-operation in Respect of Intercountry Adoption (Hague Adoption Convention). Therefore all adoptions between France and the United States must meet the requirements of the Convention and U.S. law implementing the Convention.

France is not considered a country of origin in intercountry adoption. There are few children eligible for adoption in France, with a long waiting list of French prospective adoptive parents. Most intercountry adoptions in France are by legal residents of France who adopt in third countries.

While legally possible, intercountry adoption of a French orphan by foreigners is unlikely. No French orphans have received U.S. immigrant visas in the past five fiscal years. The information provided is intended primarily to assist in rare adoption cases from France, including adoptions of French children by relatives in the United States, as well as adoptions from third countries by Americans living in France.


Who Can Adopt

Adoption between the United States and France is governed by the Hague Adoption Convention. Therefore to adopt from France, you must first be found eligible to adopt by the U.S. Government. For more information on this please read Who Can Adopt from France.


Who Can Be Adopted

Because France is party to the Hague Adoption Convention, children from France must meet the requirements of the Convention in order to be eligible for adoption. For example, the Convention requires that France attempt to place a child with a family in France before determining that a child is eligible for intercountry adoption. In addition to France's requirements, a child must meet the definition of a Convention adoptee for you to bring him or her back to the United States.


How to Adopt

WARNING: France is party to the Hague Adoption Convention. Do not adopt or obtain legal custody of a child in France before a U.S. consular officer issues an "Article 5 Letter." Read on for more information.


Adoption Authority

France's Central Authority

Since January 2009, the Central Authority for adoptions in France is the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs.


The Process

Because France is party to the Hague Adoption Convention, adopting from France must follow a specific process designed to meet the Convention's requirements. A brief summary of the Convention adoption process is given below. You must complete these steps in the following order so that your adoption meets all necessary legal requirements.


NOTE: The information provided is intended primarily to assist in rare adoption cases from France, including adoptions of French children by relatives in the United States, as well as adoptions from third countries by Americans living in France.


  1. Choose an Accredited Adoption Service Provider
  2. Apply to be Found Eligible to Adopt
  3. Be Matched with a Child
  4. Apply for the Child to be Found Eligible for Immigration to the United States
  5. Adopt the Child in France
  6. Bring your Child Home

To learn more about this process please read How to Adopt from France.


Traveling Abroad

Applying for Your U.S. Passport

U.S. citizens are required by law to enter and depart the United States on a valid U.S. passport. To learn more please read Traveling Abroad in France.


After Adoption

France has no post adoption requirements.


What resources are available to assist families after the adoption?

Many adoptive parents find it important to find support after the adoption. Take advantage of all the resources available to your family -- whether it's another adoptive family, a support group, an advocacy organization, or your religious or community services.


Here are some good places to start your support group search:


Adoption Services Support Groups for Adopting Persons

North American Council on Adoptable Children


NOTE: Inclusion of non-U.S. Government links does not imply endorsement of contents.


Contact Information

U.S. Embassy in France

2, avenue Gabriel 75382 Paris Cedex 08 Switchboard: +33 1 43 12 22 22 Fax: +33 1 42 66 97 83 Internet: U.S. Embassy France


The French Central Authority

Service de l'Adoption Internationale (SAI), Autorité Centrale (International Adoption Service, Central Authority) Ministère des Affaires Etrangères et Européennes (Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs) 244 boulevard Saint-Germain 75303 PARIS 07 SP France Telephone number: +33 (1) 4317 9118 Fax number: +33 (1) 4317 9344 e-mail: courrier.fae-sai@diplomatie.gouv.fr websites: / French Central Authority


Embassy of France

4101 Reservoir Road, NW Washington, DC 20007 Telephone: (202) 944-6000 Fax: (202) 944-6166 Internet: Embassy of France


France has Consulates General in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New Orleans, New York and San Francisco.


Office of Children's Issues

U.S. Department of State CA/OCS/CI SA-17, 9th Floor Washington, DC 20522-1709 Tel: 1-888-407-4747 E-mail: AskCI@state.gov Internet: U.S. Department of State


U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)

For questions about intercountry adoption and related immigration procedures, call the USCIS National Benefits Center (NBC) 1-877-3424-8374


SOURCE

Intercountry Adoption, Bureau of Consular Affairs. U.S. Department of State Country Information adoption.state.gov/country_information/country_specific_info.php?country-select=france