1. Who is eligible for adoption in Hong Kong?

Children in Hong Kong waiting for adoption often have moderate to severe special needs, come from difficult family backgrounds, or are part of sibling groups.

2. Why is there an urgent need for adoptive families in Hong Kong?

These children receive excellent medical care and nurturing in their current environments, but the need for a permanent, loving family is urgent to ensure their long-term well-being and stability.

3. What adoption regulations apply to adoptions from Hong Kong?

Adoption between the US and Hong Kong is governed by the Hague Adoption Convention, ensuring that all adoptions meet strict requirements to protect the best interests of the children.

4. Who is eligible to adopt from Hong Kong?

Heterosexual couples married for at least three years and single parents with a strong support network are eligible. Applicants must be at least 25 years old.

5. Are there specific health and background requirements for adoptive parents?

Adoptive parents must be mentally and physically fit to parent with no major current or past health concerns. They must also have a stable family environment and be financially stable. See more adoption criteria.

6. What education requirements must adoptive parents meet?

Adoptive parents must have at least a high school degree or equivalent.

7. How do I start the adoption process for a child from Hong Kong?

To start the adoption process, you will contact an adoption specialist to discuss if the Hong Kong adoption program is right for your family. If deemed a good fit, you will be assigned an adoption specialist, complete a home study, and prepare a dossier for submission.

8. What is included in the dossier for adopting from Hong Kong?

The dossier may include various documents such as the home study report, passports, marriage and birth certificates, medical reports, education qualifications, letters of employment, police clearances, financial documentation, and more. All documents must be notarized or certified.

9. What is the adoption travel requirement for Hong Kong?

Both parents must travel to Hong Kong to meet the child unless there are dire circumstances preventing this. The stay in Hong Kong is typically about a week, depending on the child's adjustment.

10. What are post-placement reports, and when are they due for Hong Kong adoptions?

Post-placement reports are updates to ensure the adopted child is thriving, including 6-8 photos with captions, details about the child's health and well-being, and information on family adjustment. For Hong Kong adoptions, reports should be submitted at 1 month, 2 months, 4 months, and 6 months.

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11. What is required to finalize an adoption in the US?

After meeting the post-placement reporting requirements, families must finalize the adoption in their local court, and provide the final adoption decree, US birth certificate and US Certificate of Citizenship to the adoption agency.