Can we travel outside the United States with our adopted child(ren)?

Mon, 12/29/2008 - 18:29

Yes. Once your adoption is finalized you no longer have to check with the social workers. You have the same legal rights and responsibilities as would an biological parent. However, from personal experience we suggest that you always keep a photocopy of your certified adoption decree whenever you travel. This is especially true for male couples. Think of it this way. Better to have it and not need it, than need it and not have it. For gay and lesbian families it may be the case to always travel with your adoption paperwork even when traveling within the United States.

Never travel with your original copies, keep those in a safety deposit box at your bank!