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{{#eimage:https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/graphics/flags/large/id-lgflag.gif|410x579px|thumb|'''The official flag of Indonesia.'''<BR/>Source: cia.gov.}}
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{{#eimage:https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/graphics/flags/large/id-lgflag.gif|410x579px|thumb|'''The official flag.'''<BR/>Source: cia.gov.}}
  
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{{#eimage:https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/graphics/maps/id-map.gif|410x579px|thumb|'''Map of Indonesia.'''<BR/>Source: cia.gov.}}
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{{#eimage:https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/graphics/maps/id-map.gif|410x579px|thumb|'''Map.'''<BR/>Source: cia.gov.}}
  
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{{#eimage:https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/graphics/locator/eas/id_large_locator.gif|410x579px|thumb|'''Map of Indonesia.'''<BR/>Source: cia.gov.}}
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{{#eimage:https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/graphics/locator/eas/id_large_locator.gif|410x579px|thumb|'''Map.'''<BR/>Source: cia.gov.}}
  
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{{#eimage:http://www.bigfoto.com/asia/bali/bali-30.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Indonesia.'''<BR/>Source: bigfoto.com.}}
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{{#eimage:http://www.bigfoto.com/asia/bali/bali-30.jpg|410x579px|thumb|''''''<BR/>Source: bigfoto.com.}}
  
 
{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/45/Ubud-Kids.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Indonesian children.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
 
{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/45/Ubud-Kids.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Indonesian children.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
  
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{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/5f/Mahameru-volcano.jpeg/800px-Mahameru-volcano.jpeg|410x579px|thumb|'''The Mount Broni volcano, Indonesia.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
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{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/5f/Mahameru-volcano.jpeg/800px-Mahameru-volcano.jpeg|410x579px|thumb|'''The Mount Broni volcano.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
  
 
{{#eimage:http://farm1.staticflickr.com/200/475523466_8a8e372a19_b.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Indonesian door.'''<BR/>Source: flickr.com.}}
 
{{#eimage:http://farm1.staticflickr.com/200/475523466_8a8e372a19_b.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Indonesian door.'''<BR/>Source: flickr.com.}}
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{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b6/Jakarta_Skyline_Part_2.jpg/800px-Jakarta_Skyline_Part_2.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''The Jakarta skyline.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
 
{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b6/Jakarta_Skyline_Part_2.jpg/800px-Jakarta_Skyline_Part_2.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''The Jakarta skyline.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
  
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{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/65/1_pura_taman_ayun_bali_2011.jpg/800px-1_pura_taman_ayun_bali_2011.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Pura Taman Ayun Bali Indonesia Hindu tempkle.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
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{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/65/1_pura_taman_ayun_bali_2011.jpg/800px-1_pura_taman_ayun_bali_2011.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Pura Taman Ayun Bali, Hindu temple.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
  
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{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/90/National_emblem_of_Indonesia_Garuda_Pancasila.svg/557px-National_emblem_of_Indonesia_Garuda_Pancasila.svg.png|410x579px|thumb|'''The official emblem of Indonesia.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.com.}}
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{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8b/1_Tegalalang_rice_terrace_ubud_bali.jpg/800px-1_Tegalalang_rice_terrace_ubud_bali.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Tegalalang rice terrace in Bali.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
  
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{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/4c/Pura_Tanah_Lot.jpg/800px-Pura_Tanah_Lot.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Pura Tanah Lot temple in Bali.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
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{{#eimage:http://www.bigfoto.com/asia/bali/bali-12.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Balinese dancer.'''<BR/>Source: bigfoto.com.}}
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{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/5c/Great_mosque_in_Medan.JPG/800px-Great_mosque_in_Medan.JPG|410x579px|thumb|'''The Great Mosque in Medan.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
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{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/5a/Bali_0720a.jpg/800px-Bali_0720a.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Balinese women preparing for a religious festival.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
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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 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 Indonesia=
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The Dutch began to colonize [[Indonesia]] in the early 17th century; [[Japan]] occupied the islands from 1942 to 1945. [[Indonesia]] declared its independence shortly before [[Japan]]'s [[surrender]], but it required four years of sometimes brutal fighting, intermittent negotiations, and UN mediation before the [[Netherlands]] agreed to transfer sovereignty in 1949. To learn more please read [[About Indonesia]].
  
  
 
=Hague Convention Information=
 
=Hague Convention Information=
  
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Indonesia 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]). Intercountry adoptions of children from non-Hague countries are processed in accordance with [http://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=8:1.0.1.2.8&idno=8#8:1.0.1.2.8.1.1.3 8 Code of Federal Regulations, Section  204.3] as it relates to orphans as defined under the [http://www.uscis.gov/iframe/ilink/docView/SLB/HTML/SLB/0-0-0-1/0-0-0-29/0-0-0-101/0-0-0-434.html Immigration and Nationality Act, Section 101(b)(1)(F)].
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[[Indonesia]] 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]). Intercountry adoptions of children from non-Hague countries are processed in accordance with [http://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=8:1.0.1.2.8&idno=8#8:1.0.1.2.8.1.1.3 8 Code of Federal Regulations, Section  204.3] as it relates to orphans as defined under the [https://www.uscis.gov/laws-and-policy/legislation/immigration-and-nationality-act Immigration and Nationality Act, Section 101(b)(1)(F)]. To learn more please read about [[Indonesia and the Hague Convention]].
  
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=Who Can Adopt=
  
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The Indonesian government stipulates that an adoptive child must be of the same religion as the [[Adoptive Parents|adoptive parents]].  In the case of a child of unknown origin, it is believed that the Indonesian government will make a determination that the child’s religion will be deemed to be the same as the religious majority in the neighborhood or community where the child was discovered.
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In addition to U.S. immigration requirements, you must also meet multiple requirements in order to [[adopt]] a child from [[Indonesia]]. To learn more please read about [[Who Can Adopt from Indonesia]].
  
  
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There have been a number of instances in which U.S. citizens have been advised by legal practitioners to enter into fostering or [[adoption]] arrangements which, even though endorsed by local Indonesian courts, do not meet the requirements of Indonesian [[adoption]] law.  Adoptions that do not meet these requirements will not meet the requirements for the issuance of U.S. immigrant visas for the children.  U.S. citizens intending to adopt a child in Indonesia should not attempt to circumvent proper processes.
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=Who Can Be Adopted=
  
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In addition to U.S. immigration requirements, [[Indonesia]] has specific requirements that a child must meet in order to be eligible for [[adoption]]. To learn more please read about [[Who Can Be Adopted from Indonesia]].
  
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'''U.S. IMMIGRATION REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERCOUNTRY ADOPTIONS'''
 
  
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=How to Adopt=
  
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To bring an adopted child to the United States from Indonesia, you must meet [http://adoption.state.gov/adoption_process/who_can_adopt/eligibility.php eligibility and suitability requirements]. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) determine [http://adoption.state.gov/adoption_process/who.php who can adopt] under U.S. immigration law.
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==Adoption Authority==
  
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'''[[Indonesia]]'s [[Adoption]] Authority'''
  
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Additionally, a child must meet the [http://www.uscis.gov/tools/glossary/orphan definition of orphan] under U.S. immigration law in order to be eligible to immigrate to the United States on an IR-3 or IR-4 immigrant visa.
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The Ministry of Social Affairs of the Republic of [[Indonesia]], Directorate of Child Social Service Development
  
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=Who Can Adopt=
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Additionally, Yayasan Sayap Ibu is the only agency in Jakarta licensed by the Ministry of Social Affairs to facilitate inter-country adoptions. In areas of [[Indonesia]] where Yayasan Sayap Ibu is not represented, the first point of contact should be the Ministry of Social Affairs.
  
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In addition to U.S. immigration requirements, you must also meet the following requirements in order to adopt a child from Indonesia:
 
  
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==Residency==
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==The Process==  
  
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Prospective [[Adoptive Parents|adoptive parents]] (PAPs) must be residents of Indonesia for at least two years with a permit issued by the local authorities (Rukun Tetangga - RT, Rukun Warga - RW, and Kelurahan). The U.S. Embassy in Jakarta can also notarize a sworn statement provided by PAPs in which they provide their address and length of residency in Indonesia.
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The process for adopting a child from [[Indonesia]] generally includes the following steps:
  
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Foreign national PAPs must be resident in Indonesia and must have been working and living in Indonesia for at least two years prior to the application to adopt. Past experience has shown that if one foreign national parent is resident in Indonesia before the other, s/he may initiate the process as long as s/he has already been resident in Indonesia for at least two years.
 
  
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In cases where one PAP is a foreign national and the other is an Indonesian citizen, the residency requirement has not applied as long as the Indonesian national has resided in Indonesia to see the [[adoption]] process through completion. Such cases are more complicated, and different courts may interpret the law differently.
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# Choose an [[Adoption Service Provider|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]] [or gain [[custody]] of] the child in [[Indonesia]]
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# Apply for the child to be found eligible for [[orphan]] status
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# Bring your child home
  
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The U.S. Embassy in Jakarta strongly recommends that PAPs contact the Immigrant Visa Unit at the embassy or Yayasan Sayap Ibu, an Indonesian organization that facilitates inter-country adoptions in Indonesia, for further details. Please note that regardless of residency, both PAPs must appear at the court hearing. Also, PAPs need to obtain separate domicile statements issued by the local authorities (RT, RW, and Kelurahan) and must have a sworn statement notarized at the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta providing their Indonesian address and length of residence.  
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To learn more about this process please read about [[How to Adopt from Indonesia]].
  
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==Age of Adopting Parents==
 
  
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PAPs must be between 30 and 55 years of age at the time of applying for [[adoption]].
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=Traveling Abroad=
  
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==Marriage==
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'''Applying for Your U.S. Passport'''
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Individuals wanting to adopt must be married for a minimum of five years. PAPs can be either:
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# Childless (PAPs need to present a statement issued by an obstetrician or physician appointed by the Department of Health),
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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 about [[Traveling Abroad in Indonesia]].
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# Have only one child of their own, or
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# Have previously adopted an Indonesian child.  
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If the prospective adoptive mother has borne children in the past, she must no longer be capable of bearing children. Please note that single persons and same-sex couples are explicitly prohibited from adopting in Indonesia.
 
  
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==Income==
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=After Adoption=
  
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The Indonesian government stipulates that an adoptive child must be of the same religion as the [[Adoptive Parents|adoptive parents]]. In the case of a child of unknown origin, it is believed that the Indonesian government will make a determination that the child's religion will be deemed to be the same as the religious majority in the neighborhood or community where the child was discovered. PAPs must state their belief in God and both must appear at the court hearing.
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If PAPs return to their country of residence with their newly [[adopted]] child, they must:
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Other: The Indonesian government stipulates that an adoptive child must be of the same religion as the [[Adoptive Parents|adoptive parents]]. In the case of a child of unknown origin, it is believed that the Indonesian government will make a determination that the child's religion will be deemed to be the same as the religious majority in the neighborhood or community where the child was discovered. PAPs must state their belief in God and both must appear at the court hearing.
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If PAPs do not meet all the above requirements, they may be able to apply for a special dispensation, which must be approved by Yayasan Sayap Ibu. It is advisable for PAPs to process all required documents and to obtain approval prior to locating a potential child for [[adoption]].  
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# Report the development of the child to the Indonesian Embassy every year until the child is 18 years old;
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# Contact the Indonesian Embassy about any future areas of residence; and  
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# Agree to be visited by a representative from the Indonesian Embassy to monitor and report on the child’s development until the child is 18 years old.
  
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==Other==
 
  
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We strongly urge you to comply with [[Indonesia]]’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 positive experiences with U.S. citizen [[Adoptive Parents|adoptive parents]].
  
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=Who Can Be Adopted=
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'''Post-[[Adoption]] Resources'''
  
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In addition to U.S. immigration requirements, Indonesia has specific requirements that a child must meet in order to be eligible for [[adoption]]:
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Many [[Adoptive Parents|adoptive parents]] find it important to find support after the [[adoption]]. There are many public and private nonprofit post-[[adoption]] services available for children and their families. There are also numerous adoptive family support groups and [[adoptee]] [[organizations]] active in the United States that provide a network of options for adoptees who seek out other adoptees from the same country of origin.  Take advantage of all the resources available to your family, whether it is another adoptive family, a support group, an advocacy organization, or your religious or community services.
  
  
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'''[[Relinquishment]]:''' PAPs need to obtain the following statements:  
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Here are some places to start your support group search:
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# Letter of voluntary [[relinquishment]] from the child’s biological parent(s) or [[Legal Guardian|legal guardian]](s);
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# Statement from PAPs stating that the [[adoption]] is in the child’s best interest and is for his/her protection;
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# Statement from the prospective adoptive child, in cases where the child is able to express his/her opinion as determined by the Department of Social Affairs; 
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# Letter of submission from the child’s biological mother or [[Legal Guardian|legal guardian]] to either a hospital, local police or a local community, followed by handover of the child to a social welfare organization in Indonesia.  Note: The letter must be written on Indonesian stamped duty paper (special paper which is used in Indonesia for legal documents or statements); and
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# Handover letter of the child from a social welfare organization to Yayasan Sayap Ibu.
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'''[[Abandonment]]:''' The prospective adoptive child must be in the care of a registered and authorized social welfare organization that has been licensed by the Department of Social Affairs to process intercountry adoptions.  All U.S. PAPs should contact either the Department of Social Affairs or Yayasan Sayap Ibu in Jakarta Province for more information on these organizations.
 
  
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Yayasan Sayap Ibu
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[https://www.childwelfare.gov/ Child Welfare Information Gateway]
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Jalan Barito II No. 55
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Kebayoran Baru
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Jakarta Selatan
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'''Age of Adoptive Child:'''  The adoptive child must be under 18 years old and fall  into one of three categories:
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[http://www.nacac.org/ North American Council on Adoptable Children]
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# Children under six years old are priorities, (i.e. neglected children who are in an urgent situation and require special protection);
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# Six years old to 12 years old, on the condition that there are compelling reasons based on social reporting stating that the neglected child is in an emergency situation; and
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'''Sibling Adoptions:'''  No requirements.
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[http://www.adoptionservices.org/adoption_support_groups_family/index.htm Adoption Services Support Groups for Adopting Persons]
  
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'''[[Special Needs]] or Medical Conditions:'''  No requirements.
 
  
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'''Waiting Period or [[Foster Care]]:''' Once all required documents have been submitted to Yayasan Sayap Ibu, officers of Yayasan Sayap Ibu and the Ministry of Social Affairs will conduct a home visit. If the PAPs are deemed to be qualified, the Minister of Social Affairs through the Director of Children’s Social Services will issue a Child [[Custody]] Consent Decree to the PAPs.  PAPs must then sign a six-month [[Foster Care|foster care]] agreement so that the child can be taken to the PAPs’ residence in Indonesia. (Note: The child must be a least three months old before he/she can be taken home). The entire process, from the time the PAPs submit their documents until they can take their adopted child home, generally takes around six to nine months.  
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'''NOTE:''' Inclusion of non-U.S. government links does not imply endorsement of contents.  
  
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'''''Caution:  PAPs should be aware that not all children in orphanages or children’s homes are adoptable.  In many countries, birth parents place their child(ren) temporarily in an [[orphanage]] or children’s home due to financial or other hardship, intending that the child return home when this becomes possible.  In such cases, the [[Birth Parent|birth parent]](s) have rarely relinquished their [[Parental Rights|parental rights]] or consented to their child(ren)’s [[adoption]].'''''
 
  
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=How to Adopt=
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=Contact Information=
  
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'''U.S. Embassy in Jakarta'''
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Jalan Medan Merdeka Selatan #4-5
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Jakarta - 10110
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Tel: 62-21-3435-9000
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Fax: 62-21-385-7189
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Email: JakIV@state.gov
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Internet: [http://jakarta.usembassy.gov]
  
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==    Adoption Authority==
 
  
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==The Process==
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'''U.S. Consulate Surabaya'''
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Surabaya
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Tel: 62-31-297-5300
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Fax: 62-31-297-5301
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Email: consurabaya@state.gov
  
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'''Consulate Agency Bali'''
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Jl. Hayam Wuruk 188
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Denpasar
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Tel: 62-361-233-605
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Fax: 62-361-222-426
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Email: BaliConsularAgency@state.gov
  
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=After Adoption=
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Please note that U.S. Embassy Jakarta is the only U.S. government office in [[Indonesia]] that [[processes]] immigrant visas.
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'''[[Indonesia]]’s [[Adoption]] Authority'''
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The Ministry of Social Affairs of the Republic of [[Indonesia]], Directorate of Child Social Service Development
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Jalan Salemba Raya No. 28
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Jakarta Pusat, [[Indonesia]]
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Tel: 62-21-310-0375
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'''Embassy of [[Indonesia]]'''
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2020 [[Massachusetts]] Ave. N.W.
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[[Washington]], D.C. 20036
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Tel: 202-775-5200
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Fax: 202-775-5365
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Internet:  embassyofindonesia.org Embassy of [[Indonesia]]
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[[Indonesia]] also has consulates in: Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, [[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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SA-17, 9th Floor
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[[Washington]], D.C.  20522-1709
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Tel: 1-888-407-4747
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Email: 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:
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National Customer Service Center (NCSC)
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Tel: 1-800-375-5283 (TTY 1-800-767-1833)
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Internet: [http://uscis.gov USCIS]
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For questions about filing a Form [[I-600A]] or [[I-600]] petition:
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National Benefits Center
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Tel: 1-877-424-8374 (toll free); 1-816-251-2770 (local)
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Email: NBC.Adoptions@DHS.gov
  
  
 
==SOURCE==
 
==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=[[indonesia]]
  
 
[[Category: International Adoption]]
 
[[Category: International Adoption]]

Latest revision as of 13:34, 8 July 2021

The official flag.
Source: cia.gov.

Map.
Source: cia.gov.

Map.
Source: cia.gov.

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Source: bigfoto.com.

Indonesian children.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

The Mount Broni volcano.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

Indonesian door.
Source: flickr.com.

The Jakarta skyline.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

Pura Taman Ayun Bali, Hindu temple.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

Tegalalang rice terrace in Bali.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

Pura Tanah Lot temple in Bali.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

Balinese dancer.
Source: bigfoto.com.

The Great Mosque in Medan.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

Balinese women preparing for a religious festival.
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 Indonesia

The Dutch began to colonize Indonesia in the early 17th century; Japan occupied the islands from 1942 to 1945. Indonesia declared its independence shortly before Japan's surrender, but it required four years of sometimes brutal fighting, intermittent negotiations, and UN mediation before the Netherlands agreed to transfer sovereignty in 1949. To learn more please read About Indonesia.


Hague Convention Information

Indonesia is not party to the Hague Convention on Protection of Children and Co-operation in Respect of Intercountry Adoption (Hague Adoption Convention). Intercountry adoptions of children from non-Hague countries are processed in accordance with 8 Code of Federal Regulations, Section 204.3 as it relates to orphans as defined under the Immigration and Nationality Act, Section 101(b)(1)(F). To learn more please read about Indonesia and the Hague Convention.

Who Can Adopt

In addition to U.S. immigration requirements, you must also meet multiple requirements in order to adopt a child from Indonesia. To learn more please read about Who Can Adopt from Indonesia.


Who Can Be Adopted

In addition to U.S. immigration requirements, Indonesia has specific requirements that a child must meet in order to be eligible for adoption. To learn more please read about Who Can Be Adopted from Indonesia.


How to Adopt

Adoption Authority

Indonesia's Adoption Authority

The Ministry of Social Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia, Directorate of Child Social Service Development

Additionally, Yayasan Sayap Ibu is the only agency in Jakarta licensed by the Ministry of Social Affairs to facilitate inter-country adoptions. In areas of Indonesia where Yayasan Sayap Ibu is not represented, the first point of contact should be the Ministry of Social Affairs.


The Process

The process for adopting a child from Indonesia 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 [or gain custody of] the child in Indonesia
  5. Apply for the child to be found eligible for orphan status
  6. Bring your child home

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


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 about Traveling Abroad in Indonesia.


After Adoption

If PAPs return to their country of residence with their newly adopted child, they must:

  1. Report the development of the child to the Indonesian Embassy every year until the child is 18 years old;
  2. Contact the Indonesian Embassy about any future areas of residence; and
  3. Agree to be visited by a representative from the Indonesian Embassy to monitor and report on the child’s development until the child is 18 years old.


We strongly urge you to comply with Indonesia’s post-adoption requirements in a timely manner. Your adoption agency may be able to help you with this process. Your cooperation will contribute to that country’s positive experiences with U.S. citizen adoptive parents.

Post-Adoption Resources

Many adoptive parents find it important to find support after the adoption. There are many public and private nonprofit post-adoption services available for children and their families. There are also numerous adoptive family support groups and adoptee organizations active in the United States that provide a network of options for adoptees who seek out other adoptees from the same country of origin. Take advantage of all the resources available to your family, whether it is another adoptive family, a support group, an advocacy organization, or your religious or community services.


Here are some places to start your support group search:


Child Welfare Information Gateway

North American Council on Adoptable Children

Adoption Services Support Groups for Adopting Persons


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


Contact Information

U.S. Embassy in Jakarta

Jalan Medan Merdeka Selatan #4-5 Jakarta - 10110 Tel: 62-21-3435-9000 Fax: 62-21-385-7189 Email: JakIV@state.gov Internet: [1]


U.S. Consulate Surabaya Jalan Dr. Sutomo No. 33 Surabaya Tel: 62-31-297-5300 Fax: 62-31-297-5301 Email: consurabaya@state.gov


Consulate Agency Bali Jl. Hayam Wuruk 188 Denpasar Tel: 62-361-233-605 Fax: 62-361-222-426 Email: BaliConsularAgency@state.gov


Please note that U.S. Embassy Jakarta is the only U.S. government office in Indonesia that processes immigrant visas.


Indonesia’s Adoption Authority The Ministry of Social Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia, Directorate of Child Social Service Development Jalan Salemba Raya No. 28 Jakarta Pusat, Indonesia Tel: 62-21-310-0375


Embassy of Indonesia 2020 Massachusetts Ave. N.W. Washington, D.C. 20036 Tel: 202-775-5200 Fax: 202-775-5365 Internet: embassyofindonesia.org Embassy of Indonesia


Indonesia also has consulates in: Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, New York and San Francisco.


Office of Children’s Issues U.S. Department of State SA-17, 9th Floor Washington, D.C. 20522-1709 Tel: 1-888-407-4747 Email: 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-600A or I-600 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=indonesia