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Adoption Visas
As there is no formal agreement between Australia and Vietnam regarding adoptions, any adoptions made in Vietnam are privately arranged. Australian Government representatives in Vietnam cannot help with adoption arrangements. If you wish to proceed with a privately arranged adoption, it is strongly recommended that you first seek legal advice both in Australia and in Vietnam.
You need to ensure that the adoption meets the requirements of Australia's Migration Regulations and that the child will be eligible to enter Australia. There is no provision to grant a visa to a child who does not meet the requirements of the Migration Regulations, even if the adoption has already occurred and is lawful in Vietnam.
Australian Government information about adopting children from overseas can be found at:
Information about the requirements for and how to apply for an Adoption visa can be found at:
Last updated 19 August 2010