Ethiopia Adoption Requirements

Ethiopia Adoption Eligibility Requirements
In addition to the USCIS eligibility requirements for prospective adoptive parent(s), Ethiopia has the following adoption eligibility requirements. If you feel you are not eligible to adopt from Ethiopia, or you are unsure, we may be able to work with you. Please contact us for a free case-by-case consultation regarding your Ethiopia adoption.

• Citizenship: One Adoptive parent must be a U.S. citizen.
• Age: Adoptive parents must be between 25 - 60 years of age.
• Marriage Status: Married couples are eligible to adopt if they have been married at least one year. Single women are eligible to adopt from Ethiopia.
• Income: There is no minimum income required. However, you must meet the income requirements provided by USCIS for the child to immigrate.
• Criminal History: Applicants with a criminal history of child abuse, violence or domestic violence are not eligible to adopt.

Ethiopia adoption eligibility requirements are subject to change per Ethiopia’s adoption laws. CAN updates these guidelines as necessary.

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