2011 California Code
Family Code
DIVISION 13. ADOPTION [8500 - 9340]
CHAPTER 4. Intercountry Adoptions
Section 8904


CA Fam Code § 8904 (through 2012 Leg Sess) What's This?

For an intercountry adoption that will be finalized in a foreign country, the licensed adoption agency shall provide all of the following services:

(a) Assessment of the suitability of the applicant s home.

(b) Certification to the Immigration and Naturalization Service that this state s intercountry adoption requirements have been met.

(c) Readoption services as required by the Immigration and Naturalization Service.

(Amended by Stats. 1993, Ch. 219, Sec. 202. Effective January 1, 1994.)

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