Infants and occasionally older children and sibling groups Open to couples and single women Marriage length of at least two years preferred. The adoption is done with a power of attorney and usually takes about 3 to 4 months to complete once the power of attorney is received in Guatemala.
Referral time can vary but is generally less than six months.
An authenticated dossier is required for the Guatemalan courts. Parents are expected to make two short trips to Guatemala, one prior to the completion of the adoption and one for the U.S. visa interview when the Guatemalan process is complete. If parents are unable to make both trips, they will have to also adopt the child in their state of residence.