Jamaica Adoption

CHI is not currently accepting applications for this program.

Jamaica

About The Children

Children waiting in Jamaica for a forever home on Jamaica’s waiting list range from 5-15 years old and will be developmentally delayed and may have a physical special need.

It is possible for a family to submit their dossier to the Jamaican central authority for a direct referral. CHI can only assist families who intend to finalize the adoption in Jamaica.

Eligibility

Married couples and single individuals are allowed to adopt from Jamaica.
All prospective parents must be no younger than 25 years.
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Travel and Time Frame

Travel

There is a four-month trip required in order to finalize your adoption.

Time Frame

Depending on the ages and special needs of the child(ren) the average time frame 2 -3 or more years.
Process

ADOPTION PROCESS

Our team has many years of experience and takes great care of our families from start to finish. CHI’s International Specialist is an adoptive mom and also has over 20 years of experience.  She will be available should you have any questions before and during your stay.   We look forward to helping you adopt from Jamaica!

Contact Us
1

Apply to Children’s House International’s Jamaica Program.
2

Complete the application on the CDA website.
3

Complete the Home Study Process with a CHI Social Worker or a Local Hague Accredited.
4

Submit Approved Home Study.
5

Apply for I-800A Approval from USCIS.
6

Complete your second application from the CDA.
7

Compile your dossier for Jamaica​.
8

Obtain Apostille seals for dossier documents.
9

Your dossier will be sent to the Adoption Board in Jamaica. Once they have approved your dossier, you will be eligible for a referral.

Want To Learn More
About Jamaica?

CHI will be happy to talk to you to discuss your hopes and dreams concerning adopting from Jamaica.  Please contact us for a phone call.  We are happy to go over the entire process and answer any questions you might have.

Click here to go to the State Department Website!

Click here to go to the Centers for Disease Control Website on International Adoption!

Click here to go to the CIA World Factbook on all countries!

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Want to learn more about waiting children
in Jamaica?

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What parents say about us?

We are happy to share our families experiences
about Children's House International

When we set out on our adoption journey, we asked close friends of ours who they had adopted through and whether they would recommend that agency. Our friends highly recommended Children's House International and we looked no further. Children's House... Read More>>

China Adoptive Family, Adopted from China

We had an absolutely incredible adoption experience with Children’s House International!  Throughout every step of the process, communications were timely, straightforward, and frequent.  It was clear we had chosen an agency whom we could 100% trust, and who truly cares... Read More>>

Lanstrum Family, Adopted from Colombia

We had a wonderful experience adopting thru CHI! We selected the Bulgaria program because it was predictable, close to our family’s heritage and because we liked the idea of being able to meet our child before committing to the adoption.... Read More>>

Adoptive Parents, Adopted from Bulgaria

I just wanted to tell you how wonderful the last 10 years have been with my son. He was adopted from Romania in 2000. What a joy he has been to our family. He is now 11, almost 12, and... Read More>>

Nancy, Adopted from Romania

Successfully having the paperwork move through the process. There is a feeling of accomplishment with each step and knowing we properly completed each requirement was what kept us going through the wait.

Jody, Adopted from China