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{{#eimage:https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/graphics/flags/large/kz-lgflag.gif|410x579px|thumb|'''The official flag of Kazakhstan'''<BR/>Source: cia.gov.}}
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{{#eimage:https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/graphics/flags/large/kz-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/kz-map.gif|410x579px|thumb|'''Map of Kazakhstan.'''<BR/>Source: cia.gov.}}
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{{#eimage:https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/graphics/maps/kz-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/cas/kz_large_locator.gif|410x579px|thumb|'''Map of Kazakhstan.'''<BR/>Source: cia.gov.}}
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{{#eimage:https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/graphics/locator/cas/kz_large_locator.gif|410x579px|thumb|'''Map.'''<BR/>Source: cia.gov.}}
  
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{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/e2/Nur-Astana_Mosque.jpg/800px-Nur-Astana_Mosque.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Central mosque Nur-Astana, Kazakhstan.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
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{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/e2/Nur-Astana_Mosque.jpg/800px-Nur-Astana_Mosque.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Central mosque Nur-Astana.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
  
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{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fa/Traditional_costume_for_Nowruz.JPG/800px-Traditional_costume_for_Nowruz.JPG|410x579px|thumb|''' Traditional costume for Nowruz, Kazakhstan.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
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{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fa/Traditional_costume_for_Nowruz.JPG/800px-Traditional_costume_for_Nowruz.JPG|410x579px|thumb|''' Traditional costume for Nowruz.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
  
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{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/74/IMG_7431-Sharyn_canyon.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Sharyn river canyon in Kazakhstan'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
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{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/74/IMG_7431-Sharyn_canyon.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Sharyn river canyon.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
  
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{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/2e/Almaty%2C_Kok-tobe_exposition_3.jpg/800px-Almaty%2C_Kok-tobe_exposition_3.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Almaty at night (capital of Kazakhstan.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
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{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/2e/Almaty%2C_Kok-tobe_exposition_3.jpg/800px-Almaty%2C_Kok-tobe_exposition_3.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Almaty at night.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
  
 
{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/0/0c/Kazakh_shepard_with_dogs_and_horse.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Kazakh shepard with his dogs and horse.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
 
{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/0/0c/Kazakh_shepard_with_dogs_and_horse.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Kazakh shepard with his dogs and horse.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
  
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{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/e5/Astana_2010.jpg/725px-Astana_2010.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Bayterek Tower and the exhibition The [[ART|[[ART|[[ART|Art]]]]]] of Tolerance, 2010.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
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{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/e5/Astana_2010.jpg/725px-Astana_2010.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Bayterek Tower, Astana.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
  
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{{#eimage:http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7402/9776325064_42df4743c0_b.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Kazakhstan, Almaty.'''<BR/>Source: flickr.com.}}
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{{#eimage:http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7402/9776325064_42df4743c0_b.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''[[Kazakhstan]], Almaty.'''<BR/>Source: flickr.com.}}
  
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{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/a/a6/Kazakhyurt.jpg/800px-Kazakhyurt.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''A yurt in Kazakhstan.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
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{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/a/a6/Kazakhyurt.jpg/800px-Kazakhyurt.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''A yurt .'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
  
 
{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/7/72/Church_oskemen.jpg/800px-Church_oskemen.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Russian Orthodox Church.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
 
{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/7/72/Church_oskemen.jpg/800px-Church_oskemen.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''Russian Orthodox Church.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}}
  
  
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=Kazakhstan Adoption Alert=
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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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<span style="color:red">'''Notice:Kazakhstan Requires Post-[[adoption]] Reports (February 7, 2014)'''
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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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This [[adoption]] notice is a reminder to [[adoption]] service providers and [[Adoptive Parents|adoptive parents]] that Kazakhstan requires post-[[adoption]] reports including information on the general welfare, education, upbringing, and health of Kazakhstani children adopted by U.S. families. In accordance with Kazakhstani family law, parents who adopt Kazakhstani children must provide post-placement reports every six months for the first three years after the [[adoption]] is finalized and then once a year until the child is 18 years old. The reports should be sent to:
 
  
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=About Kazakhstan=
  
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Visa and Consular Section
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Ethnic Kazakhs, a mix of Turkic and Mongol nomadic tribes who migrated to the region by the 13th century, were rarely united as a single nation. The area was conquered by [[Russia]] in the 18th century, and [[Kazakhstan]] became a Soviet Republic in 1936. During the 1950s and 1960s agricultural "Virgin Lands" program, Soviet citizens were encouraged to help cultivate [[Kazakhstan]]'s northern pastures. To learn more please read [[About Kazakhstan]].
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Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan
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[[Washington]], DC 20036
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For more information about the contents of the reports, please contact the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan or your [[Adoption Agency|adoption agency]]. We urge you to comply with Kazakhstan'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 Kazakhstan's history of positive experiences with American parents.
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=Kazakhstan Adoption Alert=
  
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There have been several [[adoption]] alerts for [[Kazakhstan]]. To learn more please read [[Kazakhstan Adoption Alert]].
  
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<span style="color:red">'''Alert: Kazakhstan Suspends Intercountry Adoptions (August 21, 2012)'''
 
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan informed the U.S. Embassy in Astana on August 9 that Kazakhstan is suspending intercountry adoptions to the United States, effective immediately. Ambassador Susan Jacobs, Special Advisor for Children’s Issues, met with government officials in Kazakhstan on August 16 to address the Ministry’s concerns. The Ministry clarified that the suspension involves a pause in [[adoption]] referrals, but does not affect Kazakhstan’s ongoing process to authorize U.S. [[adoption]] service providers. The Department of State is continuing discussions with Kazakhstan as a Hague [[Adoption]] Convention partner, and will provide updated information on [[adoption]].state.gov as it becomes available.
 
  
 
=Hague Convention Information=
 
=Hague Convention Information=
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[[Kazakhstan]] 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 [[Kazakhstan and the Hague Convention]].
  
  
 
=Who Can Adopt=
 
=Who Can Adopt=
  
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In addition to the U.S. requirements, [[Kazakhstan]] obliges prospective [[Adoptive Parents|adoptive parents]] (PAPs) to meet numerous requirements in order to [[adopt]] a child from [[Kazakhstan]]. To learn more please read about [[Who Can Adopt from Kazakhstan]].
  
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==Residency==
 
  
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==Age of Adopting Parents==
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=Who Can Be Adopted=
  
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==Marriage==
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Because [[Kazakhstan]] is party to the Hague [[Adoption]] Convention, children from [[Kazakhstan]] must meet the requirements of the Convention in order to be eligible for [[adoption]]. To learn more please read about [[Who Can Be Adopted from Kazakhstan]].
  
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==Income==
 
  
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==Other==
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=How to Adopt=
  
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'''WARNING: [[Kazakhstan]] is party to the Hague [[Adoption]] Convention. Do not [[adopt]] or obtain [[Legal Custody|legal custody]] of a child in [[Kazakhstan]] before a U.S. consular officer issues an “Article 5 Letter” in the case.  Read on for more information.'''
  
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=Who Can Be Adopted=
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==Adoption Authority==
  
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'''[[Kazakhstan]]’s [[Adoption]] Authority'''
  
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=How to Adopt=
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Children Rights Protection Committee
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Ministry of Education and Science
  
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==    Adoption Authority==
 
  
 
==The Process==
 
==The Process==
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Because [[Kazakhstan]] is party to the Hague [[Adoption]] Convention, adopting from [[Kazakhstan]] 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 so that your [[adoption]] meets 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.
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# Choose a U.S. accredited or approved [[Adoption Service Provider|adoption service provider]]
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# Apply to USCIS to be found eligible to [[adopt]]
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# Be matched with a child by authorities in [[Kazakhstan]]
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# Apply to USCIS for the child to be found eligible for immigration to the United States and receive U.S. agreement to proceed with the [[adoption]]
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# Bond with the child for four weeks.
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# [[Adopt]] the child in [[Kazakhstan]]
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# Obtain a U.S. immigrant visa for your child and bring your child home
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To learn more about this process please read [[How to Adopt from Kazakhstan]].
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=Traveling Abroad=
 
=Traveling Abroad=
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'''Applying for Your U.S. Passport'''
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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. To learn more please read about [[Traveling Abroad in Kazakhstan]].
  
  
 
=After Adoption=
 
=After Adoption=
  
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'''POST-[[Adoption|ADOPTION]]/POST-PLACEMENT REPORTING REQUIREMENTS'''
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We strongly urge you to comply with [[Kazakhstan]]'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 [[Kazakhstan]]'s history of positive experiences with American parents.
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According to Kazakhstani family law, parents who [[adopt]] Kazakhstani children must provide post-placement reports every six months for the first three years after the court decision was put into force and then once a year until the child is 18 years old. You must submit the report to the Kazakhstani diplomatic mission in the country of the child's residence.
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'''POST-[[Adoption|ADOPTION]] RESOURCES'''
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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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Here are some places to start your support group search:
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[https://www.childwelfare.gov/ Child Welfare Information Gateway]
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[http://www.nacac.org/ North American Council on Adoptable Children]
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[http://www.nacac.org/ Adoption Services Support Groups for adopting Persons]
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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. Consulate General Almaty'''
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97 Zholdasbekov St.
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Samal-2
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Almaty, [[Kazakhstan]] 480099
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Tel: +7 (7272) 50-76-12
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Fax: +7 (7272) 50-48-67
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Email: USAKZ@state.gov
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Internet:[http://kazakhstan.usembassy.gov U.S. Consulate General Almaty]
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'''[[Kazakhstan]]'s [[Adoption]] Authority'''
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Children Rights Protection Committee
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Ministry of Education and Science
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010000, Republic of [[Kazakhstan]]
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Government House
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11th Entrance
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939, 941 Rooms
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Tel: + 10 (7172) 742343 / 742154 / 742341 / 742033
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'''Embassy of the Republic of [[Kazakhstan]]'''
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1401 16th Street, NW
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[[Washington]], D.C. 20036
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Tel: (202) 232-5488
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Fax: (202) 232-5845
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Email: washington@kazakhembus.com
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Internet: [http://kazakhembus.com Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan]
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[[Kazakhstan]] also has a consulate in [[New York]] City. 
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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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Tel:  1-888-407-4747
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Email:  AdoptionUSCA@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==
 
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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=kazakhstan
  
 
[[Category: International Adoption]]
 
[[Category: International Adoption]]

Latest revision as of 05:04, 19 February 2018

The official flag
Source: cia.gov.

Map.
Source: cia.gov.

Map.
Source: cia.gov.

Central mosque Nur-Astana.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

Traditional costume for Nowruz.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

Sharyn river canyon.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

Almaty at night.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

Kazakh shepard with his dogs and horse.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

Bayterek Tower, Astana.
Source: Wikipedia.org.

, Almaty.
Source: flickr.com.

A yurt .
Source: Wikipedia.org.

Russian Orthodox Church.
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 Kazakhstan

Ethnic Kazakhs, a mix of Turkic and Mongol nomadic tribes who migrated to the region by the 13th century, were rarely united as a single nation. The area was conquered by Russia in the 18th century, and Kazakhstan became a Soviet Republic in 1936. During the 1950s and 1960s agricultural "Virgin Lands" program, Soviet citizens were encouraged to help cultivate Kazakhstan's northern pastures. To learn more please read About Kazakhstan.


Kazakhstan Adoption Alert

There have been several adoption alerts for Kazakhstan. To learn more please read Kazakhstan Adoption Alert.


Hague Convention Information

Kazakhstan 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 Kazakhstan and the Hague Convention.


Who Can Adopt

In addition to the U.S. requirements, Kazakhstan obliges prospective adoptive parents (PAPs) to meet numerous requirements in order to adopt a child from Kazakhstan. To learn more please read about Who Can Adopt from Kazakhstan.


Who Can Be Adopted

Because Kazakhstan is party to the Hague Adoption Convention, children from Kazakhstan must meet the requirements of the Convention in order to be eligible for adoption. To learn more please read about Who Can Be Adopted from Kazakhstan.


How to Adopt

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

Adoption Authority

Kazakhstan’s Adoption Authority

Children Rights Protection Committee Ministry of Education and Science


The Process

Because Kazakhstan is party to the Hague Adoption Convention, adopting from Kazakhstan 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 so that your adoption meets 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.


  1. Choose a U.S. accredited or approved adoption service provider
  2. Apply to USCIS to be found eligible to adopt
  3. Be matched with a child by authorities in Kazakhstan
  4. Apply to USCIS for the child to be found eligible for immigration to the United States and receive U.S. agreement to proceed with the adoption
  5. Bond with the child for four weeks.
  6. Adopt the child in Kazakhstan
  7. Obtain a U.S. immigrant visa for your child and bring your child home

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


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. To learn more please read about Traveling Abroad in Kazakhstan.


After Adoption

POST-ADOPTION/POST-PLACEMENT REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

We strongly urge you to comply with Kazakhstan'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 Kazakhstan's history of positive experiences with American parents.


According to Kazakhstani family law, parents who adopt Kazakhstani children must provide post-placement reports every six months for the first three years after the court decision was put into force and then once a year until the child is 18 years old. You must submit the report to the Kazakhstani diplomatic mission in the country of the child's residence.


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. Consulate General Almaty

97 Zholdasbekov St. Samal-2 Almaty, Kazakhstan 480099 Tel: +7 (7272) 50-76-12 Fax: +7 (7272) 50-48-67 Email: USAKZ@state.gov Internet:U.S. Consulate General Almaty


Kazakhstan's Adoption Authority

Children Rights Protection Committee Ministry of Education and Science 010000, Republic of Kazakhstan ASTANA CITY Government House 11th Entrance 939, 941 Rooms Tel: + 10 (7172) 742343 / 742154 / 742341 / 742033 Fax:N/A Email:N/A


Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan

1401 16th Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20036 Tel: (202) 232-5488 Fax: (202) 232-5845 Email: washington@kazakhembus.com Internet: Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan


Kazakhstan also has a consulate in New York City.


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 Email: AdoptionUSCA@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=kazakhstan