Requirements for Adoption from Guatemala

AGE: At this time, Guatemala does not enforce specific age requirements of prospective adoptive individuals or couples so long as the adoptive parent(s) are of ages reasonable to ensure the best care possible for a child.

MARITAL STATUS: This program accepts married applicants. Single applicants will also be accepted on a case by case basis.

CHILDREN: Other children living in the home must be at least twelve months of age at the time of application.

HEALTH: Adoptive parents must be in excellent physical and mental health.

HOME STUDY: ABC prefers to prepare its own home studies. We may, at our discretion, review and accept those prepared by other agencies. (A home study is valid for one year).

RELIGION/SPIRITUAL BELIEFS: Each couple must indicate their religion and/or spiritual beliefs.

INFANT CPR CLASS: Each couple will be required to attend a Certified Infant CPR Class and submit a statement of attendance for each session. If adopting a child over 3 years of age, you may substitute an adult CPR class.

SMOKING: ABC believes that smoking in the home is a threat to the health of a child.

FAMILY CARE LEAVE: If both parents plan to continue working, a six (6) week leave after placement must be taken to care for the child. This responsibility may be taken by one parent or shared between them.