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The official flag.
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Map.
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A village water pump.
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Typical street scene in Ouagadougou.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

A large family.
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the content of this website is frequently updated, information changes rapidly and therefore, some information may be out of date, and/or contain inaccuracies, omissions or typographical errors.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 Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso (formerly Upper Volta) achieved independence from France in 1960. Repeated military coups during the 1970s and 1980s were followed by multiparty elections in the early 1990s. To learn more, read About Burkina Faso.

Hague Convention Information

Burkina Faso 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 Burkina Faso. To learn more, read about Burkina Faso and the Hague Convention.

Who Can Adopt

There are many requirements to adopt from Burkina Faso. To learn more, read about Who Can Adopt from Burkina Faso.

Who Can Be Adopted

Because Burkina Faso is party to The Hague Adoption Convention, children from Burkina Faso must meet the requirements of the Convention in order to be eligible for adoption. For example, the adoption may take place only if the competent authorities of Burkina Faso have determined that placement of the child within Burkina Faso has been given due consideration and that an intercountry adoption is in the child’s best interests. In addition to Burkina Faso’s requirements, a child must meet the definition of Convention adoptee to be eligible for an immigrant visa that will allow you to bring him or her to the United States. To learn more, read about Who Can Be Adopted from Burkina Faso.

How to Adopt

WARNING: Burkina Faso is party to the Hague Adoption Convention. Do not adopt or obtain legal custody of a child in Burkina Faso before a U.S. consular officer issues an “Article 5 Letter” in the case. To learn more, read about How to Adopt from Burkina Faso.

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. 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 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. Learn more about Traveling Abroad in Burkina Faso.

Contact Information

U.S. Embassy in Burkina Faso

Avenue Sembene Ousmane Secteur 15, Ouaga 2000 01 BP 35, Ouagadougou 01 Tel: [226] 50-49-53-00 Fax: [226] 50-49-56-23 Email: consularouaga@state.gov Internet: U.S. Embassy in Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso Adoption Authority

Ministère de l'Action Sociale et de la Solidarité Nationale La Direction des Placements et des Adoptions Immeuble Baoghin, Secteur 10 01 BP 515, Ouagadougou 01 Burkina Faso Tel: [226] 50 30 68 80 (Switchboard)/ [226] 50 31 00 55 (Direct line) Fax: [226] 50 31 67 37

Embassy of Burkina Faso

2340 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20008 Tel: (202) 332-5577 Fax: (202) 667 1882 Email: ambawdc@verizon.net Internet: Embassy of Burkina Faso

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: National Customer Service Center (NCSC) Tel: 1-800-375-5283 (TTY 1-800-767-1833) Internet: USCIS

For questions about filing a Form I-800A or I-800 petition: National Benefits Center Tel: 1-877-424-8374 (toll free); 1-816-251-2770 (local) Email: NBC.Adoptions@DHS.gov

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=burkina_faso

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+{{#eimage:https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/graphics/flags/large/uv-lgflag.gif|410x579px|thumb|'''The official flag.'''<BR/>Source: cia.gov.}}
-'''''For adoptions finalized abroad prior to the child’s entry into the United States:'''''  A child will acquire U.S. citizenship upon entry into the United States if the [[adoption]] was finalized prior to entry and the child otherwise meets the requirements of the [http://travel.state.gov/content/travel/english/legal-considerations.html Child Citizenship Act of 2000].
+{{#eimage:https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/graphics/maps/uv-map.gif|410x579px|thumb|'''Map.'''<BR/>Source: cia.gov.}}
-'''''For adoptions finalized after the child’s entry into the United States:'''''  An [[adoption]] will need to be completed following your child’s entry into the United States for the child to acquire U.S. citizenship.
+{{#eimage:https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/graphics/locator/afr/uv_large_locator.gif|410x579px|thumb|'''Map.'''<BR/>Source: cia.gov.}}
+{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/e7/Balga%2C_February_2010%2C_Women_around_the_water_pump.jpg/800px-Balga%2C_February_2010%2C_Women_around_the_water_pump.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''A village water pump.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
-'''''Please be aware that if your child did not qualify to become a citizen upon entry to the United States, it is very important that you take the steps necessary so that your child does qualify as soon as possible.  Failure to obtain citizenship for your child can impact many areas of his/her life including family travel, eligibility for education and education grants, and voting. Read more about the Child Citizenship Act of 2000.'''''
+{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/21/Burkina_Faso_girl.jpg/619px-Burkina_Faso_girl.jpg|410x579px|thumb|''''''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
+{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/1c/Ouagadougou_place_nations_unies.JPG/800px-Ouagadougou_place_nations_unies.JPG|410x579px|thumb|'''Typical street scene in Ouagadougou.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
-'''Post-[[Adoption]]/Post–Placement Reporting Requirements'''
+{{#eimage:http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8032/8054460625_98e16fe55f_b.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''A large family.'''<BR/>Source: flickr.com.}}
-When the [[adoption]] procedure is completed and the child joins the adoptive family, a periodic follow-up on the integration of the child in the family must be done by the competent social services of the child's place of residence.  This is a post-placement requirement by the Government of Burkina Faso.  The [[Adoptive Parents|adoptive parents]] must submit post-[[adoption]] reports on the child twice a year during the first two years following [[adoption]] and once a year until the child turns 18.  The reports are submitted to the Office of Placements and Adoptions at the Ministry of Social Affairs and National Solidarity.
+'''Notice: As of July 14, 2014, all individuals and agencies facilitating [[international]] adoptions must be in compliance with the Intercountry [[Universal Accreditation Act]].'''
-We strongly urge you to comply with Burkina Faso's post-[[adoption]] requirements in a timely manner.  Your [[Adoption Agency|adoption agency]] may be able to help you with this process.  Your cooperation will contribute to that country's history of positive experiences with U.S. citizen [[Adoptive Parents|adoptive parents]].
+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.
-=Traveling Abroad=
+=About Burkina Faso=
-'''Applying for Your U.S. Passport'''
+[[Burkina Faso]] (formerly Upper Volta) achieved independence from [[France]] in 1960. Repeated military coups during the 1970s and 1980s were followed by multiparty elections in the early 1990s.  To learn more, read [[About Burkina Faso]].
-U.S. citizens are required by law to enter and depart the United States on a valid U.S. passport. 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.
+=Hague Convention Information=
-'''Obtaining a Visa to Travel to Burkina Faso'''
+[[Burkina Faso]] 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]).  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 [[Burkina Faso]].  To learn more, read about [[Burkina Faso and the Hague Convention]].
-In addition to a U.S. passport, you may 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 affixed to your passport and allow you to enter a foreign nation. To find information about obtaining a visa for Burkina Faso, see the Department of State's [http://travel.state.gov/content/passports/english/country.html Country Specific Information].
+=Who Can Adopt=
-'''Staying Safe on Your Trip'''
+There are many requirements to [[adopt]] from [[Burkina Faso]].  To learn more, read about [[Who Can Adopt from Burkina Faso]].
-Before you travel, it is always a good practice to investigate the local conditions, laws, political landscape, and culture of the country.  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.
+=Who Can Be Adopted=
+Because [[Burkina Faso]] is party to The Hague [[Adoption]] Convention, children from [[Burkina Faso]] must meet the requirements of the Convention in order to be eligible for [[adoption]].  For example, the [[adoption]] may take place only if the competent authorities of [[Burkina Faso]] have determined that placement of the child within [[Burkina Faso]] has been given due consideration and that an intercountry [[adoption]] is in the child’s best interests.  In addition to [[Burkina Faso]]’s requirements, a child must meet the definition of Convention adoptee to be eligible for an immigrant visa that will allow you to bring him or her to the United States.  To learn more, read about [[Who Can Be Adopted from Burkina Faso]].
-'''Staying in Touch on Your Trip'''
+=How to Adopt=
-When traveling during the [[adoption]] process, we encourage you to enroll with the Department of State.  Enrollment makes it possible to contact you if necessary.  Whether there is a family emergency in the United States or a crisis in Burkina Faso enrollment assists the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in reaching you.
+'''WARNING:  [[Burkina Faso]] is party to the Hague [[Adoption]] Convention.  Do not [[adopt]] or obtain [[Legal Custody|legal custody]] of a child in [[Burkina Faso]] before a U.S. consular officer issues an “Article 5 Letter” in the case. To learn more, read about [[How to Adopt from Burkina Faso]].
-Enrollment is free and can be done online via the [https://step.state.gov/step/ Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)].
-=After Adoption=
+=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. 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://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/passport-help.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.  Learn more about [[Traveling Abroad in Burkina Faso]].
+=Contact Information=
-==Contact Information==
+'''U.S. Embassy in [[Burkina Faso]]'''
-'''U.S. Embassy in Burkina Faso'''
 Avenue Sembene Ousmane
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-'''Burkina Faso [[Adoption]] Authority'''
+'''[[Burkina Faso]] [[Adoption]] Authority'''
-Ministère de l'Action Sociale et de la Solidarité Nationale
+Ministère de l'[[Action]] Sociale et de la Solidarité Nationale
 La Direction des Placements et des Adoptions
 Immeuble Baoghin, Secteur 10
 BP 515, Ouagadougou 01
-Burkina Faso
+[[Burkina Faso]]
 Tel: [226] 50 30 68 80 (Switchboard)/ [226] 50 31 00 55 (Direct line)
 Fax: [226] 50 31 67 37
-'''Embassy of Burkina Faso'''
+'''Embassy of [[Burkina Faso]]'''
 [[Massachusetts]] Avenue, N.W.
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 ==SOURCE==
-'''Intercountry [[Adoption]], Bureau of Consular Affairs.  U.S. Department of State Country Information'''[http://adoption.state.gov/country_information/country_specific_info.php?country-select=burkina_faso]
+'''Intercountry [[Adoption]], Bureau of Consular Affairs.  U.S. Department of State Country Information''' [[adoption]].state.gov/country_information/country_specific_info.php?country-select=burkina_faso
 [[Category: International Adoption]]

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