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The Ukraine is the second-most populated country that broke from the Soviet Union, with close to 48 million citizens (only Russia has more). Its neighbors include Russia (east), Romania (south), Hungary (west), Slovakia (west), Belarus (north), and Poland (north). Ethnic Ukrainians make up 73 percent of the population, Russians 22 percent. Below are Ukraine's adoption regulations... |
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Ages of Children Available: |
The children are, on average, 12 months to five years of age ... Children are Caucasian of Eastern European descent ... Basic information on children is available prior to travel ... Final decision on child acceptance is made in the country. |
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Parent's Age & Marriage: |
Flexible on age and length of marriage. |
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Singles: |
Single women accepted. |
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Divorce: |
No restrictions. |
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Children in One Family: |
One, two or three children may be adopted at one time. |
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Travel Requirements: |
Parents must travel to Ukraine for a period of 3-4 weeks ... Average length of stay is three weeks ... Travel time includes 2-3 days in Kiev, 10 days in the region the child lives in, and 7-10 more days in Kiev after adoption is completed. Approximately 30 - 40 days stay in country. |
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Post Placement Visits: |
Two visits required. |
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Waiting Time: |
Individual cases will vary. Dossier filed with SDA upon completion. SDA issues appointments in Kiev, Ukraine. Families review children available for adoption in country. |
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