Preparing Progress Reports
Countries of origin require an adopter to send periodic reports on the child's:
- progress in the new environment;
- development;
- integration into the family;
- social integration.
Compliance is crucial
The frequency, type and quantity of progress reports may vary according to the country of origin. The reports must sometimes be sent until the child reaches full age.
Depending on the requirements of the country of origin, the reports must be prepared by a social worker or psychologist mandated by the Director of Youth Protection (DYP) or chosen by the adopter.
It may be necessary to have the reports translated, certified and authenticated.
To find out if a country of origin requires progress reports to be sent, see the requirements and procedures by country.
Sending reports to the country of origin
It is up to the certified body to send the reports and to do the follow-up, in compliance with the requirements of the country of origin.