Can I adopt a child and bring them to the US?

Yes, it is possible to adopt a child and bring them into the US. Adoption laws in Nebraska allow for both foreign and domestic adoptions. There are several steps to follow in order to adopt a child both domestically and from a foreign country. In both cases, a home study is required in order to evaluate the home environment and determine the suitability of potential parents. For foreign adoption, the prospective parents must also meet the legal requirements of the country in which the child is living. Further, the immigrant petition for the adopted child must be approved by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services and the adopting parent or parents must obtain legal guardianship from the state of Nebraska. Finally, the adopted child will need to obtain a visa before entering the US. Once the child enters the US and the adoption in Nebraska is finalized, the adoptive parents will need to obtain a certificate of citizenship for the adopted child from the USCIS. The adoptive parents will also need to obtain a new birth certificate for the child in Nebraska, as their original birth certificate will no longer be valid. Adoption is a lengthy and emotional process, however, the rewards of bringing a foreign-born child into your life can be incredibly rewarding.

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