ADOPTING FROM PUERTO RICO
Children of the World facilitates Puerto Rican adoptions
for residents of the entire United States of America.
About Puerto Rico:
The Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, as it is officially known, is an island located in the northeastern Caribbean Sea, roughly 3,500 square miles (approx. 100 miles long and 35 miles wide), and home to over 3 million people. Puerto Rico is recognized for it’s vibrant heritage and culture.
As a United States Territory, adoptions originating in Puerto Rico are considered domestic adoptions for U.S. Citizens.
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APPROXIMATE COST
$10,750 - $12,000
+ Third party fees & travel expenses
AVERAGE TIME OF COMPLETION
18 - 48 months
Average Age of Waiting Child
8 years old
AGE REQUIREMENTS FOR PARENTS
21+ years of age
14+ years older than child being adopted
marriage Requirements
If married, must be married for 2+ years.
Single men and single women are eligible to adopt as well.
Citizenship
At least one parent must be a U.S. citizen (by birth or naturalization).
Travel
1-2 trips to Puerto Rico lasting 7-10 days
Favorable Qualities
Open to adopting older children
Open to adopting sibling groups
Member of household speaks Spanish
Other Requirements
Physically, mentally, and emotionally stable
Financially capable and motivated to adopt
No life threatening medical conditions