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Kazakhstan

The Kazakhstan program is currently CLOSED to new applications.

The Republic of Kazakhstan is a vast and sparsely populated country that stretches over a large expanse of northern and central Eurasia between Russia and China. Its diverse people include those of Kazakh, Russian, Chinese, Korean, Turkish, and Mongolian ancestry. MAPS International has been completing adoptions from Kazakhstan since 1993, and since that time many wonderful children have come home to join their forever families. Our adoption coordinators within Kazakhstan help identify infants and young children in orphanages available for adoption. Families applying to the program, who have a completed home study and INS approval, can often experience a very fast adoption process.

Click here to learn about potential upcoming travel requirement for Kazakhstan program.

At A Glance

Parent Requirements: Only married couples accepted. (Infertile couples and small families are preferred - please consult with MAPS regarding family composition.) No more than 45 years between younger parent and child; some flexibility for older children. Both adoptive parents must be US citizens. Clear medical and psychological health record and clear criminal background are required; please consult with us if you have any questions about your eligibility.

Children: Usually 8 months+, of Asian, Eurasian, and some Caucasian ethnicity. (Families must be open to adopting a child of any ethnicity.) Sibling groups are rare. Children may have minor correctable health issues / orphanage delay with potential for normal life in a family.

Waiting Time: Invitation to travel approx. 6-12 months after dossier submission (for infants of either gender). No detailed child information is provided prior to travel. Complete information is received while in country.

Travel: Both parents must travel, but one parent may return early. Choice of 1 trip of approximately 8-11 weeks or multiple trips - first trip approx. 4-6 weeks, Second trip is approximately 3-4 weeks later lasting 5-7 days. Possibility of escort for final trip. Travel expenses: $12,000-$15,000 plus child's ticket and visa.

Additional requirements: Home study agency must have Hague accreditation.

Your MAPS Kazakhstan Adoption Staff

Libby Walch, BS, has been part of our international adoption team since 1997. Currently working with families adopting from Kazakhstan, Libby has also worked in our China, Ukraine, and Russia programs. In addition, she is the Performance and Quality Improvement coordinator for MAPS.
E-mail: libbyw@maps-worldwide.org
Phone: (207) 775-4101

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