International Adoption
/ˌɪntərˈnæʃənəl əˈdɒpʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal process by which a person or persons become the lawful parent(s) of a child from another country, involving compliance with international treaties and domestic laws.
The family completed the international adoption process under the Hague Convention guidelines.
Forms
- international adoption
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Commentary
International adoption requires navigating complex jurisdictional and procedural requirements, often governed by bilateral agreements and international conventions to safeguard the child's best interests.
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