This information is provided by our members (use comments to add to it):
| Review according to legislation and to our members | |
|---|---|
| LGBT friendliness |   |
| Legally accepted, socially it varies a lot... but usually negative attitude. | |
| Possibility for single women to adopt | |
| Yes. No marriage or sexuality criteria. | |
| Possibility for single men to adopt | |
| Yes. No marriage or sexuality criteria. | |
| Possibility for same gender couples to adopt | |
| Yes, jointly or individually. | |
| Recognition of same gender relationships | |
| Marriage since 2006. | |
| Overall |  |
|---|---|
| One of the few African countries that you should have on your list if you are openly out. | |
Links to the Hague status
Party to the Hague Convention
Check out: http://irishpinkadoptions.com/reference-material/country-information/
Link to local Adoption Authority
The approval of the Commissioner of Child Welfare, a designated officer of the South African Department of Justice, is required in order for an adoption order to be issued. The Commissioner of Child Welfare will consider the parent(s)’ suitability for adoption and the best interests of the child with the input of a social worker accredited by the Department of Social Development. The Department of Social Development is the central authority for all adoptions.
http://www.justice.gov.za/hague/main.htm
http://hcch.e-vision.nl/index_en.php?act=authorities.details&aid=123
Link to local Adoption Agencies
The adoption procedure is initiated by contacting an accredited welfare organization which will identify a child who is eligible for adoption.
http://www.africasangels.org/AdoptionSouthAfrica.html
Other useful links
http://www.adoption.state.gov/country/south%20africa.html
Latest updates
Updates are usually taken from the AAI’s website.
The information will also be updated based on the comments received.
Just in case, check the What’s new page of the AAI.
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Reply from query to find out about the South-African situation:
Greetings
Thank you for your enquiry.
South Africa does not have an adoption working agreement with Ireland. The process of entering into new working agreement with other foreign countries might be finalized after six months or so. You are most welcome to contact us again to enquire about the progress made.
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Central Authority: Inter-country adoption
Department of Social Development
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