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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Hague application in the editor.
Begin with Section I, where you will provide details about the first child. Fill in the child's name, date of birth, and address at the time of removal. Ensure you include their U.S. Social Security Number and place of birth.
Next, complete Section II for the applicant. Enter your name, relationship to the child, date of birth, citizenships, and contact information including your current address and email.
In Section III, provide information about the person alleged to have wrongfully removed or retained the child. Include their name, relationship to the child, and any known aliases.
Continue filling out Sections IV through IX by providing additional details about other children involved, circumstances of wrongful removal, proposed arrangements for return travel, and any other relevant information.
Finally, sign the application in blue ink and ensure all required documents are attached before submitting.
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Concluded on May 29, 1993 in The Hague, the Netherlands, the Convention establishes international standards of practices for intercountry adoptions. The United States signed the Convention in 1994, and the Convention entered into force for the United States on April 1, 2008.
What is a Hague Convention application?
The Hague Abduction Convention (Convention) is an international treaty that provides a civil remedy to parents seeking the return of a child wrongfully removed or retained across international borders.
What is the purpose of the Hague Convention?
The Hague Convention provides a legal framework for the return of a child who has been unlawfully abducted to another country, ensuring their return to their home country.
Does the USA recognize the Hague Convention?
HOW LONG DOES SERVICE THROUGH THE HAGUE CONVENTION TAKE? Typically international process service under the Hague Service Convention is between three to six months due to the lengthy legal process required to ensure service has been completed correctly.
22 CFR 97.2 - Application for a Hague Adoption Certificate
(a) Once the Convention has entered into force for the United States, any party to an outgoing Convention adoption or custody proceeding may apply to the
Deciding whether to file an application under the Hague Abduction Convention (Convention) is important. It will depend on each cases specific circumstances.
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