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{{#eimage:https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/graphics/flags/large/gy-lgflag.gif|410x579px|thumb|'''The official flag.'''<BR/>Source: cia.gov.}}
  
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Guyana 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 Guyana did not change.  
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{{#eimage:https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/graphics/locator/soa/gy_large_locator.gif|410x579px|thumb|'''Map.'''<BR/>Source: cia.gov.}}
  
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{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/73/Thatched_roof_houses_in_Guyana-.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Thatched roof houses.'''<BR/>Source: wikipedia.org}}
  
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Under Guyanese law only Guyanese nationals, former Guyanese nationals or non-Guyanese domiciled in Guyana may adopt Guyanese children.  
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{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/e2/GuyanaKaieteurFalls2004.jpg/450px-GuyanaKaieteurFalls2004.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''[[Guyana]] Kaieteur Falls.'''<BR/>Source: wikipedia.org.}}
  
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{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8d/Coat_of_Arms_of_Guyana.svg/625px-Coat_of_Arms_of_Guyana.svg.png|410x579px|thumb|'''The official coat of arms.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
  
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Prospective [[Adoptive Parents|adoptive parents]] should note that their presence is required at most stages during the [[adoption]] process.
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{{#eimage:https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4137/4811608946_e76aafd853.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Boat loaded with sugar cane.'''<BR/>Source: flickr.com}}
  
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=Who Can Adopt=
 
  
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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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To bring an adopted child to United States from Guyana, 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). Learn more.
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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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In addition to these U.S. requirements for [[Adoptive Parents|adoptive parents]], Guyana also has the following requirements for [[Adoptive Parents|adoptive parents]]:
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=About Guyana=
  
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==Residency==
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Originally a Dutch colony in the 17th century, by 1815 [[Guyana]] had become a British possession. The abolition of slavery led to settlement of urban areas by former [[slaves]] and the importation of indentured servants from [[India]] to work the sugar plantations. The resulting ethnocultural divide has persisted and has led to turbulent politics.  To learn more please read [[About Guyana]].
  
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Guyanese law dictates that Guyanese children can only be adopted by a person domiciled in Guyana; a Guyanese national who is resident outside Guyana; or a former Guyanese national who has acquired, by registration or other voluntary and formal act (including marriage), the citizenship of another country. Non-Guyanese nationals who are not domiciled in Guyana cannot adopt Guyanese children.
 
  
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==Age of Adopting Parents==
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=Hague Convention Information=
  
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The prospective [[Adoptive Parent|adoptive parent]] (if married, at least one member of the couple) must be 25 years of age and at least 21 years older than the adoptive child (18 years older if the child is a relative).  
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[[Guyana]] 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 [[Guyana]] did not change.  
  
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==Marriage==
 
  
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Both married and single individuals can adopt in Guyana.  
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Under Guyanese law only Guyanese nationals, former Guyanese nationals or non-Guyanese domiciled in [[Guyana]] may [[adopt]] Guyanese children.  
  
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==Income==
 
  
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Prospective [[Adoptive Parents|adoptive parents]] must prove financial stability.  
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Prospective [[Adoptive Parents|adoptive parents]] should note that their presence is required at most stages during the [[adoption]] process.
  
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==Other==
 
  
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=Who Can Adopt=
  
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=Who Can Be Adopted=
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To bring an [[adopted]] child to United States from [[Guyana]], you must be found eligible to [[adopt]] by the U.S. government. To learn more please read [[Who Can Adopt from Guyana]].
  
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Guyana has specific requirements that a child must meet in order to be eligible for [[adoption]]. You cannot adopt a child in Guyana 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. [http://adoption.state.gov/adoption_process/how_to_adopt/childeligibility.php Learn more] about these U.S. requirements.
 
  
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=Who Can Be Adopted=
  
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'''ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:'''
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[[Guyana]] has specific requirements that a child must meet in order to be eligible for [[adoption]]. To learn more please read [[Who Can Be Adopted from Guyana]].
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'''[[Relinquishment]] Requirements:''' Consent of each [[Birth Parent|birth parent]] or [[guardian]] of the child is required unless the [[Birth Parent|birth parent]] or [[guardian]] has abandoned, neglected, or mistreated the child, cannot be found, or is incapable of giving consent. In cases where the biological parent cannot be found, an advertisement of the pending [[adoption]] must be placed for three consecutive Saturdays in a daily newspaper. In the event that the child's biological parents are deceased, death certificates must be shown.
 
  
 
=How to Adopt=
 
=How to Adopt=
  
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==Adoption Authority==
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'''[[Guyana]]'s [[Adoption]] Authority'''
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[[Adoption]] Board, Ministry of Labor, Human Services and Social Security 
  
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==    Adoption Authority==
 
  
 
==The Process==
 
==The Process==
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The process for adopting a child from [[Guyana]] generally includes the following steps:
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# Choose an [[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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# [[Adopt]] the Child in [[Guyana]]
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# Apply for the Child to be Found Eligible for [[Adoption]]
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# Bring Your Child Home
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To learn more about this process please read [[How to Adopt from Guyana]].
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=Traveling Abroad=
 
=Traveling Abroad=
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'''Applying for Your U.S. Passport'''
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A valid U.S. passport is required to enter and leave [[Guyana]]. To learn more please read [[Traveling Abroad in Guyana]].
  
  
 
=After Adoption=
 
=After Adoption=
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'''What does [[Guyana]] require of the [[Adoptive Parents|adoptive parents]] after the [[adoption]]?'''
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There are no post-[[adoption]] requirements for [[Guyana]].
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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 Child Welfare Information Gateway]
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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 [[Guyana]]'''
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99/100 Young & Duke Streets
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Kingston, Georgetown
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Tel: 592-225-7965; 592-225-7966
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Fax: 592-227-0221
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Email: visageorge@state.gov
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Internet: [http://georgetown.usembassy.gov U.S. Embassy Guyana]
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'''Guyanese [[Adoption]] Authority'''
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[[Adoption]] Board, Ministry of Labor, Human Services and Social Security
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1 Water and Cornhill Streets
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Georgetown, [[Guyana]]
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Tel: 592-225-7450
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'''Embassy of [[Guyana]]'''
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2490 Tracy Place, N.W.
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Tel: (202) 265-3834; (202) 265-6900
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Fax: (202) 232-1297
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'''Consulate General of [[Guyana]]'''
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370 7th Avenue, Room 402
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[[New York]], N.Y. 10001
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Tel: (212) 947-5115; (212) 947-5116
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Fax: (212) 947-5163
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[[Guyana]] also has honorary consulates in Los Angeles, Miami, East Chicago, and Waco(TX).
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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 immigration procedures, call the National Customer Service Center (NCSC)
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1-800-375-5283 (TTY 1-800-767-1833).
  
  
 
==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=guyana
  
 
[[Category: International Adoption]]
 
[[Category: International Adoption]]

Latest revision as of 04:47, 19 February 2018

The official flag.
Source: cia.gov.

Map.
Source: cia.gov.

Map.
Source: cia.gov.

Thatched roof houses.
Source: wikipedia.org

Kaieteur Falls.
Source: wikipedia.org.

The official coat of arms.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

Boat loaded with sugar cane.
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 Guyana

Originally a Dutch colony in the 17th century, by 1815 Guyana had become a British possession. The abolition of slavery led to settlement of urban areas by former slaves and the importation of indentured servants from India to work the sugar plantations. The resulting ethnocultural divide has persisted and has led to turbulent politics. To learn more please read About Guyana.


Hague Convention Information

Guyana 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 Guyana did not change.


Under Guyanese law only Guyanese nationals, former Guyanese nationals or non-Guyanese domiciled in Guyana may adopt Guyanese children.


Prospective adoptive parents should note that their presence is required at most stages during the adoption process.


Who Can Adopt

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


Who Can Be Adopted

Guyana has specific requirements that a child must meet in order to be eligible for adoption. To learn more please read Who Can Be Adopted from Guyana.


How to Adopt

Adoption Authority

Guyana's Adoption Authority

Adoption Board, Ministry of Labor, Human Services and Social Security


The Process

The process for adopting a child from Guyana 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 Guyana
  5. Apply for the Child to be Found Eligible for Adoption
  6. Bring Your Child Home

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


Traveling Abroad

Applying for Your U.S. Passport

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


After Adoption

What does Guyana require of the adoptive parents after the adoption?

There are no post-adoption requirements for Guyana.


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

[http://www.nacac.org/ 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 Guyana

99/100 Young & Duke Streets Kingston, Georgetown Tel: 592-225-7965; 592-225-7966 Fax: 592-227-0221 Email: visageorge@state.gov Internet: U.S. Embassy Guyana


Guyanese Adoption Authority

Adoption Board, Ministry of Labor, Human Services and Social Security 1 Water and Cornhill Streets Georgetown, Guyana Tel: 592-225-7450 Fax: 592-227-1308


Embassy of Guyana

2490 Tracy Place, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20008 Tel: (202) 265-3834; (202) 265-6900 Fax: (202) 232-1297


Consulate General of Guyana

370 7th Avenue, Room 402 New York, N.Y. 10001 Tel: (212) 947-5115; (212) 947-5116 Fax: (212) 947-5163


Guyana also has honorary consulates in Los Angeles, Miami, East Chicago, and Waco(TX).


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=guyana