Help Centre
Adoption
- How do I adopt a child from another country?
- I’m a temporary resident, can I apply to adopt a child from another country?
- My adoption is complete. What do I need now to bring my adopted child to Canada?
- Does an adopted child need a travel document, like a visa, to come to Canada?
- How long will the adoption process take?
- I’ve done the necessary paperwork, I’m a citizen or permanent resident of good standing, and I went through a reputable adoption agency. Why is my adoption taking so long?
- Do the criteria for permanent residence and for a grant of citizenship differ for adopted children?
- Are the fees the same for an adopted child for the permanent residence and citizenship processes?
- Are there countries from which I cannot adopt?
- I have applied for permanent residence for my adopted child. Is it too late to apply for citizenship instead?
- My adopted child has permanent residence. How can I apply for citizenship for him or her?
- How does adoption affect my child’s relationship with her or his biological parents?
- If my adopted child’s application is refused, what can I do?
- Will my child automatically have the right to a Canadian passport once he or she gets citizenship?
- How long will it take to get a Canadian passport for my child, once he or she gets citizenship?
- I live in Quebec. Must a Quebec court recognize the adoption before my child can get citizenship?
- Should I apply for permanent residence for my adopted child, rather than Canadian citizenship?
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