Embassy of Ethiopia - Washington, D.C. | Adopting an Ethiopian Child

Adopting an Ethiopian Child

Individuals wishing to adopt a child from Ethiopia should examine the requirements for prospective Ethiopian parents or the requirements for prospective foreign parents.

Prospective parents can also utilize the following resources:

List of Adoption Agencies Registered in Ethiopia

Adoption information resources provided by the U.S. State Department.

For more information on adoption cotact:
Ministry of Women's Affairs
Bureau of Children living in Difficult Circumstances
Telephone: 251 114 16 63 54
P.O.Box: 1295

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