Sri Lanka
Only couples of Sri Lankan descent may apply for this program at this time.
Specific eligibility criteria
- Couples must be under 50 years of age.
- Couples must be married for at least four years.
- Couples must be infertile.
- Preference is given to childless couples.
- Couples must be financially secure.
- Couples are required to travel soon after a placement decision is made and court processes are undertaken in Sri Lanka.
- Parents must undertake to provide post placement reports for several years after the Adoption Order is finalised.
- Couples must establish an allowance for the child until they are 18 years of age.
If you have a particular interest in adopting a child from Sri Lanka, the Adoption Services Queensland can make an enquiry with the Sri Lankan authorities on your behalf and advise the likelihood of being successfully considered through this program.
Recent communication with Sri Lankan authorities indicated that waiting periods would be 18 - 24 months once a couple's file has been accepted by the Sri Lankan authorities.
There is a decreasing number of children requiring intercountry adoption placements and the Sri Lankan authorities have indicated their preference for placing children up to two 2 years of age with younger couples.
The Sri Lankan authorities have indicated they seek approved applications from couples wishing to be considered for the placement of an older child (five years or older).
Further information
For further information on the individual country programs, refer to overseas country information or contact our Adoption Services Queensland Unit.- Last updated
- 26 October 2007