Adoption creates a permanent legal parent-child relationship. In the Philippines, adoption is governed by RA 8552 (Domestic Adoption Act) and RA 8043 (Inter-Country Adoption Act). This guide explains the process and requirements.
Who Can Adopt?
- Filipino citizen of legal age with full civil capacity
- At least 16 years older than the adoptee
- Good moral character
- Emotionally and psychologically capable
- Financially capable of supporting the child
Who May Be Adopted?
- Person below 18 declared available for adoption by DSWD
- Child of the adopting parent’s spouse
- Adult treated as a child since minority
Adoption Steps
- Pre-adoption counseling
- Home study report by licensed social worker
- Filing of Petition with Family Court
- Collateral requirements (NBI, medical, financial docs)
- Placement trial period (minimum 6 months)
- Court hearing and decree of adoption
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