A family within their own country
In-country adoption places a Ghanaian child with an adoptive family here in Ghana, keeping the child close to their culture, community and heritage wherever possible.
Wherever it is possible and in the child's best interest, a child is placed within their own country first. Here is the procedure for in-country adoption in Ghana, and how we support you through it.
- 01
Get information
Obtain information about the eligibility and suitability of an applicant for adoption, and about the process.
- 02
Apply and screen
Obtain and complete the application forms, together with a police criminal clearance and a medical screening report.
- 03
Home study
Submit to a home study, leading to the preparation of a home study report on the background and circumstances of the applicant.
- 04
Training
Undergo thirty hours of training in adoption-related topics.
Requirements
The documents typically required for in-country adoption:
- Evidence of Marriage, if applicable
- Birth Certificate
- Medical / Health Certificate
- Police Clearance Report
- Evidence of employment / income
- Two reference letters
- Copy of National Identification
- Spousal Consent, if applicable, with consent of spouse
- Statement of Commitment from two guardians ad litem
- In the case of relative adoption, proof of relationship with the child
- Photographs and audio recordings of the family and home of the applicant
This procedure and requirements are based on the Ghana Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection. The final steps and documents for your application are confirmed with the Department of Social Welfare, and the best interest of the child is always the paramount consideration.
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