Adoption An outline of adoption procedure in Ireland. This includes both domestic and inter-country adoptions.
Intercountry adoption The procedure involved for Irish parents in inter-country adoptions. Requirements to be met by prospective adopting parents.
Adoptive Benefit Adoptive Benefit is a payment made to certain people that adopt children. Find out how to apply and rates of benefit.
Adoptive leave People who live in Ireland and adopt children may be entitled to leave from employment. This leave is called adoptive leave. Find out what this means and how to apply.
Fostering There are currently about 4,500 children in foster care in Ireland. Find out about fostering in Ireland and how you can become involved.
Tracing your birth family Tracing your birth family if you have been adopted or have been in long-term foster care in Ireland.
