Petition To Recognize Foreign Adoption {19.2}

FORM 19.2 – PETITION TO RECOGNIZE FOREIGN ADOPTION. This form used by the Cuyahoga County Probate Court is designed for individuals who have adopted a minor child in another country and wish to have the adoption recognized in Ohio. This petition seeks legal acknowledgment of a foreign adoption, ensuring the child’s new name and legal status are recognized in the state. The petitioner(s) must provide detailed information about themselves, including their names, residence, marital status, and the adopted child's information, such as their name before and after adoption, and their date and place of birth. The form also requires documentation such as the foreign adoption decree or certificate, the child’s birth certificate (with certified translations if necessary), and proof of immigration status like an IR-3 or IH-3 visa. The petitioner(s) must confirm that all required documents, including those verified by the Immigration and Naturalization Service, are included. The petition requests the court to issue an order for the child's name change and to direct the Ohio Department of Health to update the child’s birth record. www.FormsWorkflow.com