Latest revision as of 14:03, 16 June 2021

The official flag.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

Map.
Source: cia.gov.

The official coat of arms.
Source: cia.gov.

View of riverbank in Manu National Park, Madre de Dios.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

A mountain peak in the Huascarán National Park.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

Two Peruvian girls.
Source: flickr.com.

Machu Picchu.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

Pueblo Joven, picture was taken in southern part of Lima.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

The historic city center of Lima.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

A little Peruvian girl.
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the content of this website is frequently updated, information changes rapidly and therefore, some information may be out of date, and/or contain inaccuracies, omissions or typographical errors.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 Peru

Ancient Peru was the seat of several prominent Andean civilizations, most notably that of the Incas whose empire was captured by Spanish conquistadors in 1533. Peruvian independence was declared in 1821, and remaining Spanish forces were defeated in 1824. After a dozen years of military rule, Peru returned to democratic leadership in 1980, but experienced economic problems and the growth of a violent insurgency. To learn more please read About Peru.

Hague Convention Information

Peru is party to the Hague Convention on Protection of Children and Co-operation in Respect of Intercountry Adoption(Hague Adoption Convention). To learn more please read about Peru and the Hague Convention.

Who Can Adopt

Adoption between the United States and Peru is governed by the Hague Convention on Adoptions. Therefore to adopt from Peru, 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). Learn more. To learn more please read about Who Can Adopt from Peru.

Who Can Be Adopted

To learn about eligibility requirements for adoption in Peru please read Who Can Be Adopted from Peru.

How to Adopt

WARNING: Peru is party to the Hague Adoption Convention. Do not adopt or obtain legal custody of a child in Peru before U.S. consular officer issues an “Article 5/17 Letter” in the case. Read on for more information.

Adoption Authority

Peru's Adoption Authority

Peru’s Central Authority for Adoptions is the Dirección General de Adopciones (DGA) within the Ministry of Women and Vulnerable Populations (MIMP). Only DGA can certify cases as Convention compliant.

NOTE: If any of the following occurred prior to April 1, 2008 (the date on which the Hague Adoption Convention entered into force with respect to the United States), the Hague Adoption Convention may not apply to your adoption: 1) you filed a Form I-600A identifying Peru as the country where you intended to adopt; 2) you filed a Form I-600; or; 3) the adoption was completed. Under these circumstances, your adopted child’s visa application could continue to be processed in accordance with the immigration regulations for non-Convention adoptions. For more information, read about Transition Cases.

The Process

Because Peru is party to the Hague Adoption Convention, adopting from Peru 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 to meet all necessary legal requirements. Adoptions completed out of order may result in the child not being eligible for an immigrant visa to the United States.

Choose an Accredited Adoption Service Provider
Apply to be Found Eligible to Adopt
Be matched with a Child
Apply for the child to be found eligible for adoption
Adopt (or Obtain Legal Custody) of the child in Peru
Bring your child home

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

Traveling Abroad

Applying for Your U.S. Passport

A valid U.S. passport is required to enter and leave Peru. 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. To learn more please read about Traveling Abroad in Peru.

After Adoption

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 Peru

Consular Section- Immigrant Visas Avenida La Encalada, Cuadra 17 s/n Monterrico, Surco, Lima 33 Peru Website: U.S. Embassy Peru Email: LimaIV@state.gov

Peru’s Adoption Authority

Ministerio de la Mujer y Poblaciones Vulnerables (MIMP) Dirección General de Adopciones (DGA) Av. Benavides 1155 Miraflores, Lima 18 Peru Tel: (51) (1) 416-5431 Website: Peru's Adoption Authority

Embassy of Peru

Consular Section 1700 Massachusetts Ave. NW Washington, DC 20036 Tel: (202) 833-9860 to 9869 Fax: (202) 659-8124 Website: Embassy of Peru Email: webadmin@embassyofperu.us

NOTE: PERU has consulates in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Hartford, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, Paterson, New York City, and San Francisco.

Office of Children’s Issues

U.S. Department of State SA-17A 2201 C Street, NW Washington, DC 20520 Tel: 1-888-407-4747 Website: U.S. Department of State Email: AskCI@state.gov

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)

For questions about immigration procedures, contact the National Customer Service Center (NCSC) at 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=peru

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+{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/df/Flag_of_Peru_%28state%29.svg/800px-Flag_of_Peru_%28state%29.svg.png|410x579px|thumb|'''The official flag.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
-{{#eimage:https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/graphics/maps/pe-map.gif|410x579px|thumb|'''Map of Peru.'''<BR/>Source: cia.gov.}}
+{{#eimage:https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/graphics/maps/pe-map.gif|410x579px|thumb|'''Map.'''<BR/>Source: cia.gov.}}
-{{#eimage:https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/graphics/locator/soa/pe_large_locator.gif|410x579px|thumb|'''Map of Peru.'''<BR/>Source: cia.gov.}}
+{{#eimage:https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/graphics/locator/soa/pe_large_locator.gif|410x579px|thumb|'''Map.'''<BR/>Source: cia.gov.}}
-{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/cc/Escudo_nacional_del_Per%C3%BA.svg/525px-Escudo_nacional_del_Per%C3%BA.svg.png|410x579px|thumb|'''The official coat of arms of Peru.'''<BR/>Source: cia.gov.}}
+{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/cc/Escudo_nacional_del_Per%C3%BA.svg/525px-Escudo_nacional_del_Per%C3%BA.svg.png|410x579px|thumb|'''The official coat of arms.'''<BR/>Source: cia.gov.}}
-{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3c/Manu_riverbank.jpg/800px-Manu_riverbank.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''View of riverbank in Manu National Park, Madre de Dios, Peru.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
+{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3c/Manu_riverbank.jpg/800px-Manu_riverbank.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''View of riverbank in Manu National Park, Madre de Dios.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
 {{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/2f/Alpamayo.jpg/800px-Alpamayo.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''A mountain peak in the Huascarán National Park.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
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-{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/01/80_-_Machu_Picchu_-_Juin_2009_-_edit.2.jpg/614px-80_-_Machu_Picchu_-_Juin_2009_-_edit.2.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Machu Picchu, Peru.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
+{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/01/80_-_Machu_Picchu_-_Juin_2009_-_edit.2.jpg/614px-80_-_Machu_Picchu_-_Juin_2009_-_edit.2.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Machu Picchu.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
 {{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f0/Lima_PuebloJov_4.jpg/800px-Lima_PuebloJov_4.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Pueblo Joven, picture was taken in southern part of Lima.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
-{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/e5/21_-_Lima_-_Ao%C3%BBt_2008.jpg/1230px-21_-_Lima_-_Ao%C3%BBt_2008.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''The historic city center of Lima, Peru.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
+{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/e5/21_-_Lima_-_Ao%C3%BBt_2008.jpg/1230px-21_-_Lima_-_Ao%C3%BBt_2008.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''The historic city center of Lima.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
 {{#eimage:https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3664/3508955657_aba6ce18f7.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''A little Peruvian girl.'''<BR/>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 Peru=
+Ancient [[Peru]] was the seat of several prominent Andean civilizations, most notably that of the Incas whose empire was captured by Spanish conquistadors in 1533. Peruvian independence was declared in 1821, and remaining Spanish forces were defeated in 1824. After a dozen years of military rule, [[Peru]] returned to democratic leadership in 1980, but experienced economic problems and the growth of a violent insurgency. To learn more please read [[About Peru]].
 =Hague Convention Information=
-Peru is party to the Hague Convention on Protection of Children and Co-operation in Respect of Intercountry Adoption(Hague Adoption Convention).  Intercountry adoption processing in Hague countries is done in accordance with the requirements of the Convention; the U.S. implementing legislation, the Intercountry Adoption Act of 2000 (IAA); and the IAA’s implementing regulations, as well as the implementing legislation and regulations of Peru.
+[[Peru]] 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]). To learn more please read about [[Peru and the Hague Convention]].
-All adoptions between Peru and the United States must meet the requirements of the Convention and U.S. immigration law.
+=Who Can Adopt=
+[[Adoption]] between the United States and [[Peru]] is governed by the Hague Convention on Adoptions.  Therefore to [[adopt]] from [[Peru]], 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).  [http://adoption.state.gov/adoption_process/who_can_adopt/eligibility.php Learn more]. To learn more please read about [[Who Can Adopt from Peru]].
-Peru’s Central Authority for Adoptions is the Dirección General de Adopciones (DGA) in the Ministry of Women and Vulnerable Populations (MIMP).  Only DGA can certify cases as Convention compliant.  “Direct” adoptions in which a birth parent places a child directly (or via an intermediary) to specific prospective parents for adoption cannot be certified as complying with the Convention per Peruvian law, and therefore prospective [[Adoptive Parents|adoptive parents]] may not search on their own for children to [[adopt]].
+=Who Can Be Adopted=
-Instead children must have been declared legally abandoned and wards of the state, and the adoption must be processed through DGA in order for it to be certified by DGA.  Adoptions processed through the Peruvian judiciary, while legal in Peru, cannot be Hague certified.  As a result, children [[adopted]] through the Peruvian judiciary/family court [[system]] rather than DGA cannot be issued Hague Convention visas and generally will be unable to immigrate to the United States.  Prospective [[Adoptive Parents|adoptive parents]] seeking to [[adopt]] a blood relative in Peru should contact DGA prior to beginning the adoption process.
+To learn about eligibility requirements for [[adoption]] in [[Peru]] please read [[Who Can Be Adopted from Peru]].
-'''NOTE:'''  Special transition provisions apply to adoptions initiated before April 1, 2008.  Read about Transition Cases.
+=How to Adopt=
+'''WARNING:'''  [[Peru]] is party to the Hague [[Adoption]] Convention.  Do not [[adopt]] or obtain [[Legal Custody|legal custody]] of a child in [[Peru]] before U.S. consular officer issues an “Article 5/17 Letter” in the case.  Read on for more information.
-'''U.S. IMMIGRATION REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERCOUNTRY ADOPTIONS'''
+==Adoption Authority==
+'''[[Peru]]'s [[Adoption]] Authority'''
-To bring an [[adopted]] child to the United States from Peru, you must meet eligibility and suitability requirements.  The U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), determines who can [[adopt]] under U.S. immigration law.
+[[Peru]]’s Central Authority for Adoptions is the Dirección General de Adopciones (DGA) within the Ministry of Women and Vulnerable Populations (MIMP).  Only DGA can certify cases as Convention compliant.
+'''NOTE:'''  If any of the following occurred prior to April 1, 2008 (the date on which the Hague [[Adoption]] Convention entered into force with respect to the United States), the Hague [[Adoption]] Convention may not apply to your [[adoption]]:  1) you filed a Form [[I-600A]] identifying [[Peru]] as the country where you intended to [[adopt]]; 2) you filed a Form [[I-600]]; or; 3) the [[adoption]] was completed.  Under these circumstances, your [[adopted]] child’s visa application could continue to be processed in accordance with the immigration regulations for non-Convention adoptions.  For more information, read about [https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/Intercountry-Adoption/Adoption-Process/how-to-adopt/hague-transition-cases.html Transition Cases].
-Additionally, a child must meet the definition of Convention adoptee under U.S. law in order to immigrate to the United States on an IH-3 or IH-4 immigrant visa.
+==The Process==
+Because [[Peru]] is party to the Hague [[Adoption]] Convention, adopting from [[Peru]] 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 to meet all necessary legal requirements.  Adoptions completed out of order may result in the child not being eligible for an immigrant visa to the United States.
-=Who Can Adopt=
+# Choose an Accredited [[Adoption Service Provider]]
+# Apply to be Found Eligible to [[Adopt]]
+# Be matched with a Child
+# Apply for the child to be found eligible for [[adoption]]
+# [[Adopt]] (or Obtain [[Legal Custody]]) of the child in [[Peru]]
+# Bring your child home
-==Residency==
+To learn more about this process please read [[How to Adopt from Peru]].
-==Age of Adopting Parents==
-==Marriage==
+=Traveling Abroad=
-==Income==
+'''Applying for Your U.S. Passport'''
-==Other==
+A valid U.S. passport is required to enter and leave [[Peru]]. 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. To learn more please read about [[Traveling Abroad in Peru]].
-=Who Can Be Adopted=
+=After Adoption=
-=How to Adopt=
+'''What resources are available to assist families after the [[adoption]]?'''
+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.
-==    Adoption Authority==
-==The Process==
+Here are some good places to start your support group search:
-=Traveling Abroad=
-'''Applying for Your U.S. Passport'''
+[https://www.childwelfare.gov/pubs/f_postadoption.cfm Child Welfare Information Gateway]
-A valid U.S. passport is required to enter and leave Peru. 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 [https://pptform.state.gov/ 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.
+[http://www.nacac.org/ North American Council on Adoptable Children]
-'''Obtaining Your Visa'''
+'''NOTE:''' Inclusion of non-U.S. Government links does not imply endorsement of contents.
-In addition to a U.S. passport, you also need to obtain a visa. A visa is an official document issued by a foreign country that formally allows you to visit. Where required, visas are attached to your passport and allow you to enter a foreign nation.  To find information about obtaining a visa for Peru, see the Department of State's [http://travel.state.gov/content/passports/english/country.html Country Specific Information].
+=Contact Information=
-'''Staying Safe on Your Trip'''
+'''U.S. Embassy in [[Peru]]'''
-Before you travel, it's always a good practice to investigate the local conditions, laws, political landscape, and culture of the country. The State Department is a good place to start.  The Department of State provides [http://travel.state.gov/content/passports/english/country.html Country Specific Information] for every country of the world about various issues, including the health conditions, crime, unusual currency or entry requirements, and any areas of instability.
+Consular Section- Immigrant Visas
+Avenida La Encalada, Cuadra 17 s/n
+Monterrico, Surco, Lima 33 [[Peru]]
+Website:  [http://lima.usembassy.gov/ U.S. Embassy Peru]
+Email: LimaIV@state.gov
-'''Staying in Touch on Your Trip'''
+'''[[Peru]]’s [[Adoption]] Authority'''
-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 Peru, registration assists the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in reaching you. Registration is free and can be done online.
+Ministerio de la Mujer y Poblaciones Vulnerables (MIMP)
+Dirección General de Adopciones (DGA)
+Av. Benavides 1155
+Miraflores, Lima 18 [[Peru]]
+Tel: (51) (1) 416-5431
+Website: [http://www.mimp.gob.pe Peru's Adoption Authority]
-=After Adoption=
+'''Embassy of [[Peru]]'''
+Consular Section
+[[Massachusetts]] Ave. NW
+[[Washington]], DC 20036
+Tel: (202) 833-9860 to 9869
+Fax: (202) 659-8124
+Website: [http://peruvianembassy.us Embassy of Peru]
+Email: webadmin@embassyofperu.us
+'''NOTE:'''  [[Peru|PERU]] has consulates in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Hartford, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, Paterson, [[New York]] City, and San Francisco.
+'''Office of Children’s Issues'''
+U.S. Department of State
+SA-17A
+C Street, NW
+[[Washington]], DC 20520
+Tel:  1-888-407-4747
+Website:  [http://adoption.state.gov U.S. Department of State]
+Email:  AskCI@state.gov
+'''U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)'''
+For questions about immigration procedures, contact the National Customer Service Center (NCSC) at 1-800-375-5283 (TTY 1-800-767-1833).
 ==SOURCE==
-'''Intercountry [[Adoption]], Bureau of Consular Affairs.  U.S. Department of State Country Information'''
+'''Intercountry [[Adoption]], Bureau of Consular Affairs.  U.S. Department of State Country Information''' [[adoption]].state.gov/country_information/country_specific_info.php?country-select=[[peru]]
 [[Category: International Adoption]]

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