Adopting a Child from Pakistan FAQs

Common Questions About Adopting From Pakistan

• Who are the Children in Need of Adoption?
• What are the Eligibility Requirements?
• What Information Can I Expect About the Child?
• How Long is the Process?
• How Long is the Stay in Pakistan?
• Can You Tell Us More About Pakistan?
• Is Pakistan Right for You?

Who are the Children in Need of Adoption?

Infants, newborn to a few months, healthy or with minor medical issues.

What are the Eligibility Requirements?

• Citizenship: At least one Applicate is a US citizen
• Religion: Applicants must be practicing Muslims
• Age of Applicant: Between 25 to 49 years old
• Marital Status: Married 2 or more years, with no more than a 12-year age difference between spouses
• Marital History: Each spouse can have no more than one divorce
• Family Composition: Preference to families with no children, but one child in the home is permitted
• Gender Preference: Gender preference is strongly discouraged
• Parent Physical Health: Excellent health without significant medical concerns. Documented infertility strengthens the application but is not required
• Parent Mental Health: Excellent health without major medical concerns or conditions
• Income: Financial security is required
• Prior Criminal History: Minor offenses older than five years are considered on a case-by-case basis; no drug offenses.

What Information Can I Expect About the Child?

Most children placed are newborns with limited information available. Clients are required to get a physical exam of the child upon taking initial custody.

How Long is the Process?

The Pakistani adoption process is unpredictable, but from the completion of the home study to securing the visa to return home with your child should be no longer than 9 months.

How Long is the Stay in Pakistan?

Plan to be in Pakistan for 4 to 6 months. Our local facilitator will guide you through the process and assist in arranging appointments with the orphanage. Once custody is obtained, our facilitator will assist in scheduling the child’s physical and provide legal services for Kafala and the child’s visa.

Can You Tell Us More About Pakistan?

• Clients must be of Pakistani heritage.
• Clients are not matched with a child before traveling, making the process and length of stay less predictable.
• While our facilitator is there to assist, having family or friends in Pakistan is beneficial.

Is Pakistan Right for You?

• Clients must be of Pakistani heritage.
• Clients are not matched with a child before traveling, making the process and length of stay less predictable.
• While our facilitator is there to assist, having family or friends in Pakistan is beneficial.

Please feel free to reach out if you have any further questions or concerns. We are here to support you every step of the way.