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I am a US citizen and willing to adopt a child abroad from Pakistan {non-hauge convention country}.According to law i have to take over the child for two whole years before i can apply for him to come over to USA. What is the possibility for me to bring my adopted child as tourist while i am... View More 
answered on Sep 18, 2015
In order to bring someone to the United states you will need a visa for that person. Talk to an immigration attorney first to find out what options work for you. All the best.
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answered on Apr 23, 2011
The Petitionewrs and the minor child need to be present. If the Natural Parents signed an Answer and Waiver and Consent then their presence is not necessary.
answered on Apr 23, 2011
Yes, a Step-Parent Adoption is a very simple process which can be filed without the assistance of an attorney so long as you have the Consent and Answer and waiver of the parents.
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