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International Adoption - Russia Print Version CONSULAR SECTION Nonimmigrant Visas Visa Types Applying Required Documents Interview Forms FAQs Immigrant Visas Fiancee Visa Adoptions Consulates Contact Us Consular Main Page U.S. Embassy Main Page International Adoption - Russia Important Tips In order to assist U.S. parents in the processing of Immigrant Visas for their adopted children, the U.S. Embassy suggests the following: - check and double check the validity dates on fingerprint clearances, home studies and I-600A forms (PLEASE NOTE NEW I-600A REQUIREMENTS; - review the checklists to insure all documentary requirements are met; - complete the medical exam(s) prior to the interview; and, - help us help you by keeping to intake hours of 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. and established interview times. In this way, delays, expense, and inconvenience can be avoided and minimized. General Information Age and Civil Status Requirements Travel to Russia Important Russian Visa Information U.S. Citizens Traveling to Russia on Russian Passports Adoption Agencies Documentary Requirements Useful Information Adoption Procedures: The Visa Application Process Step-By-Step Questions GENERAL INFORMATION [Back to top] DISCLAIMER: The information in this circular relating to the legal requirements of specific foreign countries is provided for general information only. Questions involving interpretation of specific foreign laws should be addressed to foreign legal counsel. GENERAL: The following is a guide for U.S. citizens who are interested in adopting a child in Russia and applying for an immigrant visa for the child to come to the United States. This process involves complex foreign and U.S. legal requirements. U.S. consular officers give each petition careful consideration on a case-by-case basis to ensure that the legal requirements of both countries have been met, for the protection of the prospectiv...