Can I adopt if I am in the military?

Yes, if you are in the military, you can adopt in New Hampshire. In New Hampshire, there are both private and public adoptions available, and both can be done if you are in the military. For private adoptions, the process will vary depending on who your adoption agency is. However, most agencies will accept applications from military members who meet certain criteria. Some examples of qualifications include being in the military full-time for at least 12 months, being deployed for at least six months, and/or having at least one year or more of service remaining. For public adoptions, military members must first register with the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services through a program called the Adoption Exchange. Military members must then complete background checks and be approved as a prospective adoptive parent according to New Hampshire law. After approval, they can apply for the adoption of a child from the New Hampshire foster care system. In either situation, military members should contact their local adoption agency, or the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services, for further information on the adoption process. They may also benefit from speaking to a qualified adoption attorney for specific questions about their situation.

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