Philippine Adoption Program: The Process

For children 0-5 years of age, referrals occur in approximately 24 months after approval by the Intercountry Adoption Board of the Philippines. For couples who are of Philippine heritage, the wait is approximately 12-18 months. For children aged 6 and up or school aged siblings, the wait is 6-18 months. Matching of children for Special Homefinding (waiting children) by the Intercountry Adoption Board will occur in 1-6 months.

Re-Fingerprinting Request

Urgent! Are your fingerprints up to date? The U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Service (CIS, formerly BCIS/INS) regulations state that fingerprints must be no more than 15 months old at the time of I600 filing for child's immigrant visa. Read more and learn how to ensure that your fingerprints are current.