Kafala -legal adoption

Algerian Nationals residing in Italy and registered with the Consulate General of Algeria in Naples can apply for adoption of an Algerian minor (Kafala is the term used for in the Algerian Legislation).

The Application file must be lodged at the General Consulate of Algeria in Naples to be forwarded to the Ministry of National Solidarity, Family and Woman`s Conditions.

The Agreement for Kafala is given by a National Commission of the Ministry on the basis of the applicant's personal, social and professional profile and the results of the social investigation carried out by the General Consulate.

Applicants should obtain first the official agreement of their Italian local authorities before submitting their application file to the Algerian General Consulate.

If the kafala is renounced, the request to renounce it should be submitted to the same body that authorised it.

Basic Conditions:

1. Be of Muslim faith;

2. be of Algerian nationality

3. Have a decent home;

4. Not exceed the age of 60 years old for a man and 55 years old for a woman;

Documents Required:

1. Letter of motivation from the applicant(s);
2. Birth certificate (s) of the applicant(s);
3. Copy of the Consular Registration card of the applicant(s);
4. Police clearance or Criminal Record of the applicant (s) issued by Italian authorities;
5. Family Civil status record
6. Employment certificate and last three (03) Payslips of the applicant(s);
7. Accommodation evidence (deed of property, tenancy agreement, rent receipt…);
8. Medical certificate (s) of good health of the applicant(s)
9. Psychosocial investigation report by consulate general the social service
10. Approval document from the Italian local authority.

All documents should be presented in three copies, original one and two copies in the Arabic or French language, for each spouse.

N.B:
Single woman meeting the above mentioned conditions can apply for kafala.