Difference between revisions of "Adopting from Brunei"
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{{#eimage:https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/photo_gallery/bx/images/BX_007.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''[[Brunei]]'''<BR/>Source: cia.gov.}} | {{#eimage:https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/photo_gallery/bx/images/BX_007.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''[[Brunei]]'''<BR/>Source: cia.gov.}} | ||
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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]].''' | '''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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=About Brunei= | =About Brunei= | ||
The Sultanate of [[Brunei]]'s influence peaked between the 15th and 17th centuries when its control extended over coastal areas of northwest Borneo and the southern [[Philippines]]. [[Brunei]] subsequently entered a period of decline brought on by internal strife over royal succession, colonial expansion of European powers, and piracy. To learn more, read [[About Brunei]]. | The Sultanate of [[Brunei]]'s influence peaked between the 15th and 17th centuries when its control extended over coastal areas of northwest Borneo and the southern [[Philippines]]. [[Brunei]] subsequently entered a period of decline brought on by internal strife over royal succession, colonial expansion of European powers, and piracy. To learn more, read [[About Brunei]]. | ||
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=Hague Convention Information= | =Hague Convention Information= | ||
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[[Brunei]] 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). To learn more, read about [[Brunei and the Hague Convention]]. | [[Brunei]] 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). To learn more, read about [[Brunei and the Hague Convention]]. | ||
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==SOURCE== | ==SOURCE== |
Revision as of 00:43, 26 February 2015
Notice: As of July 14, 2014, all individuals and agencies facilitating international adoptions must be in compliance with the Intercountry Universal Accreditation Act.
About Brunei
The Sultanate of Brunei's influence peaked between the 15th and 17th centuries when its control extended over coastal areas of northwest Borneo and the southern Philippines. Brunei subsequently entered a period of decline brought on by internal strife over royal succession, colonial expansion of European powers, and piracy. To learn more, read About Brunei.
Hague Convention Information
Brunei 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, read about Brunei and the Hague Convention.
SOURCE
Intercountry Adoption, Bureau of Consular Affairs. U.S. Department of State Country Information[1]