Sample Forms and Documents

How to Adopt Internationally
includes examples of almost every form and document parents may be required to fill out or provide along the way. Although the list looks daunting, the forms themselves are quite simple. The number and types of forms required often vary by country and the type of adoption. The following sample documents are included in the book: 

• Sample Guidelines for a Home Study
• Statement of Net Worth
• Medical Statement
• Letters of Reference
• Photos for the Home Study
• Environmental Health Checklist
• Fire Prevention Checklist
• Consent and Approval
• Form I-600A, Application for Advance Processing
• Form I-864, Affidavit of Support
• Form I-864A, Contract Between Sponsor and Household Member
• Form I-171H, Notification of Favorable Determination
• Power of Attorney
• Statement of Competency
• Jurat Form
• Verification
• Apostille
• Sample Referral Information for Colombia
• Sample Referral Information for Russia
• Sample Referral Update Information for China
• Form I-600, Orphan Petition
• Form OF-230, U.S. Visa Application
• Affidavit of Adoptive Parent or Prospective Adoptive Parent
• Form M-370, Color Photo Specifications for U.S. Visa
• Medical Examination for U.S. Visa
• Form N-643, Certificate of Citizenship on Behalf of Adopted Child
• Form SS-5, Application for a Social Security Card
• Postplacement Supervision Report Guide




How to Adopt Internationally