Applicant Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be at least 21 years of age
• Wyoming resident
• At least one applicant must be a United States citizen
• Single individuals and married couples
• Couples who have been married for at least two years when they submit their application
• Successfully complete the adoptive home study process
• Have no criminal history or incidents of child or adult abuse or neglect
• Not currently receiving any form of public assistance
• Meet all requirements of the international placing agency

Specific age and marital status requirements vary among countries.  Your placing agency will advise you of your eligibility for specific country standards.