Then close the box and use this Website in German.
Check suitability as adoptive parents for intercountry adoption (country-specific)
You would like to adopt a child from abroad? Then you must qualify as an adoptive parent in addition to the general examination for the respective country.
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Basic information
Adoption abroad is divided into 2 aptitude tests: The general aptitude test at the local adoption agency and the country-specific aptitude test at an independent foreign adoption agency or the central adoption office of the state youth welfare office.
The country-specific suitability test checks whether you are suitable to adopt a child from a particular country. The suitability test is carried out by an independent foreign placement agency or the central adoption office of the State Youth Welfare Office.
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Procedure
In most cases, the process of an international adoption takes place in 3 steps:
- Mediation procedure in Germany
- Adoption procedure abroad
- Recognition of the adoption in Germany
After a positive determination of suitability by the international placement office or the central placement office of the state youth welfare office, the adoption application is sent to the responsible office in the child's home country.
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Online Services
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Online service adoption
The online service "Adoption Digital" is a digital service for citizens interested in adoption.
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Deadlines & processing time
How long does it take to process
There is no set processing time. This process may take some time.
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Legal Bases
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The official information in German is complete and correct. 12.11.2025