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Difference between revisions of "Adopting from Armenia"
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{{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/df/Kohrvirab.jpg/800px-Kohrvirab.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''7th century Khor Virap monestary in the shadow of Mr. Ararat.'''<BR/>Source: Wikipedia.org.}} | {{#eimage:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/df/Kohrvirab.jpg/800px-Kohrvirab.jpg|410x579px|thumb|'''7th century Khor Virap monestary in the shadow of Mr. Ararat.'''<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]].''' | '''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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| − | [[Armenia]] prides itself on being the first nation to formally [[adopt]] Christianity (early 4th century). Despite periods of autonomy, over the centuries [[Armenia]] came under the sway of various empires including the Roman, Byzantine, Arab, Persian, and Ottoman. | + | [[Armenia]] prides itself on being the first nation to formally [[adopt]] Christianity (early 4th century). Despite periods of autonomy, over the centuries [[Armenia]] came under the sway of various empires including the Roman, Byzantine, Arab, Persian, and Ottoman. To learn more read [[About Armenia]]. |
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| + | There have been multiple [[adoption]] alerts for [[Armenia]] over the years. To learn more please read the [[Armenia Adoption Alert]] page. | ||
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'''NOTE:''' Special transition provisions apply to adoptions initiated before April 1, 2008. [http://adoption.state.gov/hague_convention/transition.php Learn more]. | '''NOTE:''' Special transition provisions apply to adoptions initiated before April 1, 2008. [http://adoption.state.gov/hague_convention/transition.php Learn more]. | ||
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[[Adoption]] between the United States and [[Armenia]] is governed by the Hague [[Adoption]] Convention. Read more about [[Who Can Adopt from Armenia]]. | [[Adoption]] between the United States and [[Armenia]] is governed by the Hague [[Adoption]] Convention. Read more about [[Who Can Adopt from Armenia]]. | ||
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=Who Can Be Adopted= | =Who Can Be Adopted= | ||
Because [[Armenia]] is party to the Hague [[Adoption]] Convention, children from [[Armenia]] must meet the requirements of the Convention in order to be eligible for [[adoption]]. Read more about [[Who Can Be Adopted from Armenia]]. | Because [[Armenia]] is party to the Hague [[Adoption]] Convention, children from [[Armenia]] must meet the requirements of the Convention in order to be eligible for [[adoption]]. Read more about [[Who Can Be Adopted from Armenia]]. | ||
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Learn more about [[Traveling Abroad in Armenia]] | Learn more about [[Traveling Abroad in Armenia]] | ||
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Revision as of 00:00, 26 February 2015
Source: cia.gov.
Source: cia.gov.
Source: cia.gov.
Source: Wikipedia.org.
Source: Wikipedia.org
Source: Wikipedia.org.
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.
Contents
About Armenia
Armenia prides itself on being the first nation to formally adopt Christianity (early 4th century). Despite periods of autonomy, over the centuries Armenia came under the sway of various empires including the Roman, Byzantine, Arab, Persian, and Ottoman. To learn more read About Armenia.
Armenia Adoption Alert
There have been multiple adoption alerts for Armenia over the years. To learn more please read the Armenia Adoption Alert page.
Hague Convention Information
Armenia is party to the Hague Convention on Protection of Children and Co-operation in Respect of Intercountry Adoption (Hague Adoption Convention). Therefore all adoptions between Armenia and the United States must meet the requirements of the Convention and U.S. law implementing the Convention.
NOTE: Special transition provisions apply to adoptions initiated before April 1, 2008. Learn more.
Who Can Adopt
Adoption between the United States and Armenia is governed by the Hague Adoption Convention. Read more about Who Can Adopt from Armenia.
Who Can Be Adopted
Because Armenia is party to the Hague Adoption Convention, children from Armenia must meet the requirements of the Convention in order to be eligible for adoption. Read more about Who Can Be Adopted from Armenia.
How to Adopt
Because Armenia is party to the Hague Adoption Convention, adopting from Armenia must follow a specific process designed to meet the Convention's requirements. Read more about How to Adopt from Armenia.
Traveling Abroad
Learn more about Traveling Abroad in Armenia
After Adoption
What does Armenia require of the adoptive parents after the adoption?
According to Armenian law, there are no post-adoption requirements for intercountry adoptions.
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
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 Armenia
1 American Avenue Yerevan, Republic of Armenia Tel: (+374 10) 464-700, 494-686 Fax: (+374 10) 464-742, 464-737 Email: consular@usa.am
Armenian Adoption Authority
National Adoption Committee of the Republic of Armenia Ministry of Labor and Social Issues Government Building #1 Republic Square Yerevan, Armenia Tel: (374 10) 56-53-83 or 52-68-31
Embassy of the Republic of Armenia
2225 R Street, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20008, USA Tel: (202) 319-1976 Fax: (202) 319-2982 Email: armconsul@speakeasy.net Internet: Embassy of the Republic of Armenia
Armenian Consulate General
50 North La Cienega Boulevard, Suite 210 Beverly Hills, CA 90211 Tel: (310) 657-7320 Email: armconla@aol.com
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 Office of Children's Issues
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[1]