Assessment of suitability as adoptive parents by the Youth Welfare Office; a prerequisite for the placement of an adopted child.
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Documents you need
Extended Criminal Record Check · Identification card or passport
Responsible authority
The authority of your main residence
How to do it
In person or by post at the office
Costs
Kostenlos
Application to the Adoption Agency of the Youth Welfare Office
Written application with a personal statement.
Eligibility Check
Interviews, home visits, police clearance certificate, medical certificate.
Certificate of Eligibility and Inclusion on the List of Applicants
If the evaluation is positive, the candidate will be added to the active applicant list.
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Who is eligible?
Couples or individuals who wish to adopt a child.
Income limit
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 4 months
Success rate
approx. 70.0 % (estimate)
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
Free.
Typically about 120 business days—depending on the agency and its workload.