1. What is the age range of children eligible for adoption from Thailand?

Children eligible for adoption from Thailand are generally aged 2 to 10 years old, though older children are also occasionally available.

2. What types of needs do the children from Thailand typically have?

Many children have mild medical, health, socio-emotional, or developmental issues, and some may come from difficult backgrounds or have risk factors.

3. How does Gladney work with children in Thailand?

Gladney partners with two children’s homes in Thailand: The Thai Red Cross (TRC) and Pattaya Orphanage. Both orphanages provide a high level of care to the children.

4. What are the eligibility criteria for adopting from Thailand?

Adoptive parents must be legally married couples (with a minimum of two years of marriage) and meet specific age and health requirements | New Window. Single parents may be considered in certain situations.

5. What is the first step in the adoption process for families interested in Thailand?

Families should begin the adoption process | New Window with an initial consultation with a Gladney adoption specialist to determine if the Thailand adoption program is a good fit for them.

6. What training is required to adopt from Thailand?

At Gladney, training is a key part of preparing families for a successful adoption. All prospective parents complete pre-adoptive training that covers the adoption process, common needs of children, and practical parenting tools. You’ll also participate in Gladney’s Pathways training | New Window — our in-person, trauma-informed program held at the Fort Worth campus — which offers deeper guidance and preparation.

These trainings, as well as child specific training, ensure you are well-equipped, supported, and ready to provide a safe, nurturing home for the child you will welcome.

7. What documents are required to prepare a dossier for adoption in Thailand?

The dossier must include various notarized documents, such as the Home Study report, birth and marriage certificates, medical letters, police clearance statements, and a Letter of Intent.

8. How long do families typically stay in Thailand during the adoption process?

Families generally stay in Thailand for about 10 to 14 days, primarily in Bangkok, to meet their child and complete the adoption process.

9. How does the adoption process in Thailand comply with international law?

Adoption between the United States and Thailand is governed by the Hague Adoption Convention, ensuring that all adoptions meet the requirements set by the convention and US law.

10. What visa will children entering the US from Thailand receive?

Children adopted from Thailand will enter the US on an IH-4 visa, and the adoption is finalized through the local family court system in the US.

11. What are post-placement reports, and when are they due?

Post-placement reports | New Window are updates on the child’s well-being, submitted by the home study social worker. They are due at 1, 2, 4, and 6 months after the adoption.

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After meeting the post-placement reporting requirements, families must finalize the adoption in their local court, and provide the final adoption decree, US birth certificate, and US Certificate of Citizenship to the adoption agency.