Hague Convention Adoption Nepal

Inter-Country Adoption in Nepal: Complete Legal Guide and Process

Inter-country adoption in Nepal involves a highly regulated legal process designed to protect the rights and welfare of children. Governed by the Muluki Civil Code 2074 and aligned with the Hague Convention, this system ensures ethical, transparent, and child-centric adoptions. Overseen by the Ministry of Women, Children, and Senior Citizens, it involves a step-by-step process — from verifying eligibility to government approval and post-adoption monitoring. Only children declared legally adoptable, such as orphans or abandoned children, qualify for inter-country adoption. The process applies stringent criteria for foreign adoptive parents, enforces thorough legal scrutiny, and mandates post-adoption follow-up reports. This guide explains everything about eligibility, the application process, legal rights, adoption board roles, and protective mechanisms for Nepali children adopted abroad. A must-read for foreign nationals and legal professionals involved in inter-country adoption.