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Grenada is not 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, when the Hague Adoption Convention entered into force for the United States on April 1, 2008, intercountry adoption processing for Grenada did not change.  
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'''NOTE: If you are not resident or domiciled in Grenada, you may not adopt. Furthermore, no adoption is possible for children who are not resident in Grenada.'''
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=Who Can Adopt=
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To bring an adopted child to United States from Grenada, you must 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). [http://adoption.state.gov/adoption_process/who.php Learn more].  
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In addition to these U.S. requirements for adoptive parents, Grenada also has the following requirements for adoptive parents:
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Grenada requires that applicants for adoption be resident and domiciled in Grenada. The child must also be in the continuous physical care of the applicant for at least three consecutive months immediately preceding the adoption order.
 
  
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==Age of Adopting Parents==
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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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The government of Grenada requires that the adoptive parent(s) must be age twenty-five or at least twenty-one years older than the child.
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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the content of this website is frequently updated, information changes rapidly and therefore, some information may be out of date, and/or contain inaccuracies, omissions or typographical errors.
  
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=About Grenada=
  
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Carib Indians inhabited [[Grenada]] when Christopher COLUMBUS discovered the island in 1498, but it remained uncolonized for more than a century. The French settled [[Grenada]] in the 17th century, established sugar estates, and imported large numbers of African [[slaves]].  To learn more please read [[About Grenada]].
  
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[[Grenada]] is not 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, when the Hague [[Adoption]] Convention entered into force for the United States on April 1, 2008, intercountry [[adoption]] processing for [[Grenada]] did not change.
  
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=Who Can Be Adopted=
 
  
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Grenada has specific requirements that a child must meet in order to be eligible for adoption. You cannot adopt a child in Grenada unless he or she meets these requirements.  
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'''NOTE: If you are not resident or domiciled in [[Grenada]], you may not [[adopt]]. Furthermore, no [[adoption]] is possible for children who are not resident in [[Grenada]].'''
  
  
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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. [http://adoption.state.gov/adoption_process/how_to_adopt/childeligibility.php Learn more] about these U.S. requirements.
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=Who Can Adopt=
  
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To bring an [[adopted]] child to United States from [[Grenada]], you must be found eligible to [[adopt]] by the U.S. Government.  To learn more please read about [[Who Can Adopt from Grenada]].
  
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[[Grenada]] has specific requirements that a child must meet in order to be eligible for [[adoption]]. You cannot [[adopt]] a child in [[Grenada]] unless he or she meets these requirements.
  
  
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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. [http://adoption.state.gov/adoption_process/how_to_adopt/childeligibility.php Learn more] about these U.S. requirements.
  
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The process for adopting a child from Grenada generally includes the following steps:
 
  
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'''[[Grenada]]'s [[Adoption]] Authority'''
  
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'''1.Choose an Adoption Service Provider'''
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The first step in adopting a child through intercountry adoption is usually to select a licensed agency in the United States that can help with your adoption. Adoption service providers must be licensed by the U.S. state in which they operate. [http://adoption.state.gov/adoption_process/how_to_adopt/agencies.php Learn more] about choosing the right adoption service provider.
 
  
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The process for adopting a child from [[Grenada]] generally includes the following steps:
  
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To bring an adopted child from Grenada to the United States, you must apply to be found eligible to adopt (Form I-600A) by the U.S. Government, Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). [http://adoption.state.gov/adoption_process/who_can_adopt/eligibility.php Learn how].  An initial adoption request is done through a local attorney in Grenada. Subject to the provisions of the Grenada Adoption Act, the court may make an order authorizing the applicant to adopt a child upon an application made in the prescribed manner.
 
  
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In addition to meeting the U.S. requirements for adoptive parents, prospective adoptive parents need to meet the requirements of Grenada as described in the Who Can Adopt section.
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To learn about this process please read [[How to Adopt from Grenada]].
  
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If you are eligible to adopt, and a child is available for intercountry adoption, the central adoption authority in Grenada will provide you with a referral to a child. Each family must decide for itself whether or not it will be able to meet the needs of a particular child and provide a permanent family placement for the referred child.
 
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The child must be eligible to be adopted according to Grenada's requirements, as described in the Who Can be Adopted section. The child must also meet the definition of an orphan under U.S. law. [http://adoption.state.gov/adoption_process/how_to_adopt/childeligibility.php Learn more].
 
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*'''Role of the Adoption Authority:''' The government office responsible for adoptions in Grenada is the Grenada Adoption Board:
 
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*'''Role of The Court:''' An initial adoption request is done through a local attorney in Grenada. Subject to the provisions of the Grenada Adoption Act, the court may make an order authorizing the applicant to adopt a child upon an application made in the prescribed manner by a person domiciled in Grenada if the applicant:
 
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*'''Adoption Application:''' An initial adoption request is done through a local attorney in Grenada.
 
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*'''Time Frame:''' Adoptions in Grenada can vary greatly in timeframe, depending on the number of cases before the courts. Adoptions can take from three months to a year.
 
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*'''Adoption Fees:'''  The cost for adoptions in Grenada is approximately $2,000.00 USD, though this can vary depending on the fees charged by the local attorney.
 
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After you obtain the new birth certificate and passport for your child, you also need to apply for an U.S. visa from the United States Embassy for your child. After the adoption (or custody for purpose of adoption) is granted, visit the U.S. Embassy for final review and approval of the child's I-600 petition and to obtain a visa for the child. This immigrant visa allows your child to travel home with you. As part of this process, the Consular Officer must be provided the "Panel Physician's" medical report on the child if it was not provided during the provisional approval stage. [http://adoption.state.gov/us_visa_for_your_child/health.php Learn more].
 
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A valid U.S. passport is required to enter and leave Grenada. Only the U.S. Department of State has the authority to grant, issue, or verify U.S. passports.  Getting or renewing a passport is easy. The [http://travel.state.gov/content/passports/english/passports.html Passport Application Wizard] will help you determine which passport form you need, help you to complete the form online, estimate your payment, and generate the form for you to print-all in one place.
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A valid U.S. passport is required to enter and leave [[Grenada]]. Only the U.S. Department of State has the authority to grant, issue, or verify U.S. passports.  To learn more please read [[Traveling Abroad in Grenada]].
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When traveling during the adoption process, we encourage you to register your trip with the Department of State. Travel registration makes it possible to contact you if necessary. Whether there's a family emergency in the United States, or a crisis in Grenada, registration assists the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in reaching you.
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'''What resources are available to assist families after the adoption?'''
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'''What resources are available to assist families after the [[adoption]]?'''
  
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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.  
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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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'''U.S. Embassy in [[Grenada]]'''
  
 
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St. George's, [[Grenada]]
  
 
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[[Category: International Adoption]]

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The official flag.
Source: cia.gov.

Map
Source: cia.gov.

Map.
Source: cia.gov.

Grand Anse Beach, St. George.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

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Source: cia.gov.

The capital city of St. George at night.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

Island of Carriacau.
Source: cia.gov.

Street scene in St. George.
Source: flickr.com.


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 Grenada

Carib Indians inhabited Grenada when Christopher COLUMBUS discovered the island in 1498, but it remained uncolonized for more than a century. The French settled Grenada in the 17th century, established sugar estates, and imported large numbers of African slaves. To learn more please read About Grenada.


Hague Convention Information

Grenada is not party to the Hague Convention on Protection of Children and Co-operation in Respect of Intercountry Adoption (Hague Adoption Convention). Therefore, when the Hague Adoption Convention entered into force for the United States on April 1, 2008, intercountry adoption processing for Grenada did not change.


NOTE: If you are not resident or domiciled in Grenada, you may not adopt. Furthermore, no adoption is possible for children who are not resident in Grenada.


Who Can Adopt

To bring an adopted child to United States from Grenada, you must be found eligible to adopt by the U.S. Government. To learn more please read about Who Can Adopt from Grenada.


Who Can Be Adopted

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


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. Learn more about these U.S. requirements.


How to Adopt

Adoption Authority

Grenada's Adoption Authority

Grenada Adoption Board, Ministry of Social Services


The Process

The process for adopting a child from Grenada generally includes the following steps:


  1. Choose an Adoption Service Provider
  2. Apply to be Found Eligible to Adopt
  3. Be Matched with a Child
  4. Adopt the Child in Grenada
  5. Apply for the Child to be Found Eligible for Adoption
  6. Bring Your Child Home

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


Traveling Abroad

Applying for Your U.S. Passport

A valid U.S. passport is required to enter and leave Grenada. Only the U.S. Department of State has the authority to grant, issue, or verify U.S. passports. To learn more please read Traveling Abroad in Grenada.


After Adoption

There are no post adoption requirements for Grenada.


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:


Child Welfare Information Gateway

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 Grenada

Lance Aux Epines Main Road St. George's, Grenada

Mailing address: P.O. Box 54 St. George's, Grenada Tel: (473) 444-1173; Fax: (473) 444-4820; Email: usemb_gd@caribsurf.com


Grenada's Adoption Authority

Grenada Adoption Board Ministry of Social Services Tanteen, St. George's Grenada Tel: (473) 440-6575, (473) 440-8717 Fax: (473) 440-4780


A free information booklet is supplied on request.


Embassy of Grenada

1701 New Hampshire Avenue, N.W. Washington, DC 20009 Tel: (202) 265-2561 Email: grenada@oas.org


Grenada also has a consulate in New York.


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 immigration procedures, call the National Customer Service Center (NCSC)

1-800-375-5283 (TTY 1-800-767-1833)

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=grenada