There are many adoptable children living in orphanages in Kazakhstan. Available children range in age from infant to 3 years old. Most children are healthy, but some have special needs. Children are routinely tested for HIV (AIDS) and Hepatitis. The children are typically ethnic Kazakh-Asian (Caucasian, Asian or Eurasian descent) with light to medium skin, usually with Asian eyes and soft, dark hair.

The Republic of Kazakhstan, a large Eurasian country situated south of Russia and West of China, just  celebrated the thirteenth anniversary of its independence in 2004. Kazakhstan is the ninth largest country in area in the world, but it has a relatively small population of 15 million. In 2000, the Government of Kazakhstan completed its move to the new capital, Astana. For the time being, the U.S. Embassy remains in Almaty, the country's largest city, business center, and transportation hub. Adoptive parents will travel to Almaty to complete their adoption.

Requirements for Adopting Parent(s):

• Parents must be married at least 1 years. Previously divorced individuals may also adopt.
• Families may have a maximum of 3 other children in the home.
• Singles may adopt who are over 25 (heterosexual).
• Single parents can be no more than 45 years between parent and child.

Travel Requirements:
One trip of 6 weeks or two trips (1st trip 2 1/2 weeks, 2nd trip about 1 week)

Application and Processing Fee: $4,250

Service and Support Fee: Contact us for current information.

Additional Expenses:

• Required Consulate registration fee
• All travel-related expenses for you and your child
• Legal Fees
• Physical Exam for Child
• U.S. Visa for Child