Bal Jagat specializes in placing healthy infants, toddlers, and children with no known special needs, in permanent homes in the United States. Of course, children with known special needs, minor correctable handicaps, and older children are always available and waiting for the loving embrace of a family who can help each child realize their full potential.

In most Bal Jagat programs, children are cared for in government sponsored orphanages. They receive the basic necessities for life but their greatest need is to be given the opportunity to grow and thrive as part of a nurturing, loving family.

Referral time varies by country, but most families arrive home with their new son or daughter within 12-14 months after the homestudy is completed. Some countries may take 16 - 18 months to complete the adoption.

Every application is considered on a case by case basis. Please feel free to discuss any concerns or questions you might have during the orientation meeting. In addition to country specific requirements, Bal Jagat has the following requirements for all applicants:

• Applicants must be 25 years of age. Each country has its own upper age limit.
• One parent must be a U.S. citizen.
• Applicants must be legal residents of the State of California.
• Single women may apply.
• Couples must be married at least two years.
• Only one divorce is acceptable for each applicant.
• Prospective parents may have other children in the home (biological or adoptive). Individual countries may impose their own restrictions regarding current family size.
• Applicants must be in good health.
• Applicants must show proof of health insurance to cover the child upon arrival to the United States.
• Only one child may be adopted at a time, siblings are on a case by case basis.
• Applicants may not have a criminal record.
• Some of these requirements MAY be flexible.