Citizens of the United States who wish to adopt a child from a foreign country must satisfy the requirements set by the USCIS and the child’s home country. Some nations’ regulations are very stringent and may require you to fulfill specific requirements, such as living in the country for a time or being of a certain marital status. Americans who want to complete an inter-country adoption will be asked to present the certified translations of several documents including the prospective parents’ birth certificate, marriage license, and proof of US citizenship. For example, in Egypt only married couples are allowed to adopt a child.
The certified translation of a marriage license is necessary to establish the couple’s eligibility. Additionally, in Egypt married couples must be between 25 and 55 years old. Providing the Arabic translation of a birth certificate can serve as the proof of age. Since the procedure and filling out all the paperwork could be overwhelming, many couples in the United States seek the assistance of an adoption lawyer. Full-service adoption law offices in cities across the country are available to help you build a family through international adoption. For example, The Adoption Law Center of Northern Virginia, PLLC helps individuals and couples devise an international adoption plan. Its experienced attorneys will help you explore various country options.
They will also introduce you to a reputable adoption agency and a translation company that offers certified translation services. A Fairfax, Virginia adoption attorney who has handled international adoption cases can review all the paperwork and answer your questions about complicated immigration issues. California Center for Translation & Interpretation consistently produces high-quality translations for legal documents including birth certificates, marriage licenses, and letters of recommendation. With extensive experience in the translation industry, we are ready to translate the documents that you will need in order to legally adopt and bring a child to the United States.
