<%@LANGUAGE="JAVASCRIPT" CODEPAGE="1252"%> Guatemala

Niños Huerfanos (neen-yohs wear-fan-ohs) SPANISH "orphan children"

We look for families who are honest, loving people. We do not discriminate regarding religion, race, age or marital status. The children we place are born tiny, innocent citizens of the world and deserve the best opportunities and families we can help them find.

"honest and efficient"

a 501(c)(3)
organization

After China and Russia, Guatemala sends more adopted children to the US than any other country, 3,783 in 2005.

Requirements to adopt a child from Guatemala are very liberal;
• The adoptive parents must be 25 years old or older.
• Single women or men may adopt.
• Parents must be of good moral character, in good health and financially stable.
• a short stay of 3-4 days to pick up your child OR an escort can be arranged.
An average adoption takes 6-8 months. Most referrals are relinquished newborns.

Your journey will include:
The Home Study,
form I-600A,
a completed dossier with G28, I-600, I-171H and POA,
a wait for your referral,
the Guatemalan adoption process, many travel options, and

A New Family!

Glossary of Adoption terms pdf

Guatemala Adoption flowchart pdf

Guatemala is a country rich in history and culture. Most of the children available for adoption are of Mayan descent with beautiful golden skin, dark hair and eyes and fair features.

   

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