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Hi, My name is Katerina. I am interested to know how to adopt my niece. She is coming to Boston as an international student.if I adopt her when she's here everything will be easier for her. Can you please guide me on this procedure? Thanks in advance Katerina
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You will need to consult a local attorney regarding adoption of an adult. Your adoption will not help your niece obtain immigration benefits as the adoption has to be finalized prior to the individual's 16th birthday.
Answered on Jan 25th, 2016 at 5:36 AM