1. Attend Information Session and Orientation

Prospective families start the Taiwan International Adoption Process by attending an informational session and orientation provided by Gladney.

2. Submit Gladney Application Documents

Complete and submit background clearances and reference letters to your adoption specialist.

3. Attend Pathways Training at Gladney Center Office

Participate in the Pathways Training program at the Gladney Center Office to prepare for the adoption journey.

4. Complete an Adoption Home Study

Complete a home study conducted by a Hague Accredited Agency. This can involve interviews with a social worker, a home safety inspection, medical assessments, background checks, and a minimum of 10 hours of Hague educational training.

5. File for USCIS Immigration Approval

After completing your some study, apply for immigration approval by submitting USCIS Form I-600A along with your some study and supporting documentation. Submit Form I-600 after being matched with a child.

6. Transmit Preliminary Family Information to Taiwan

While completing your home study, work on a preliminary packet of information for Cathwel and/or Chung Yi. This includes the home study report, family photo album, “Dear Birth Parent” letter, and application. This information helps determine your suitability for their adoption program.

7. Proceed with Child Matching and Referral

Review the adoption files of waiting children and notify Gladney if you're interested in being considered as the adoptive parents for a specific child. If chosen by the Taiwanese matching committee, you will proceed with the next steps.

8. Complete Adoption Dossier

Compile and notarize the necessary legal and dossier documents. Gladney will complete US government authentication and translation. Once translated, the dossier is mailed to your child’s welfare foundation for submission to court.

9. Undergo Court Adjudication Process

The Taiwan court process includes one court hearing and two court rulings: terminating biological parental rights and legally making you the child’s parents. The process takes about 6 months. You may need to travel to Taiwan during this period for bonding and court testimony.

10. Complete Adoption Processing and Final Travel

After the final court ruling, you will be notified of official travel dates to Taiwan. Travel to Taiwan to meet your child and complete finalization.

Gladney staff is dedicated to assisting families interested in adopting from Taiwan. To learn more about adopting from Taiwan, request a free, comprehensive Adoption Information Packet online or through email. For more information, call 817-813-6641.