Post-Adoption Obligations and Integration of Adopted Children in Amsterdam
After adoption in Amsterdam, parents have ongoing obligations towards the Central Authority for Intercountry Adoption (CA-IKA) and the child, with a focus on sustainable integration and aftercare in the multicultural context of the city.
Statutory Aftercare in Amsterdam
- Reporting Obligation: Annual report to CA-IKA on the child's well-being (first 2 years), to be submitted via the Amsterdam adoption post.
- Preservation of Identity: Parents must preserve origin documents in accordance with Civil Code art. 1:229, with the option of storage at the municipal archive.
- Medical File: Keep up-to-date and share with Amsterdam Youth Health Care (JGZ).
Integration Support in Amsterdam
The Municipality of Amsterdam offers extensive assistance via the Centre for Youth and Family (CJG), language courses at ROC Amsterdam, and cultural programs. In case of problems, mandatory mediation via the Amsterdam family courts or neighborhood teams is required.
Rights of Adopted Children
- Access to origin information from age 16 via CA-IKA and Amsterdam archives.
- No distinction from biological children, with equal access to urban facilities.
- Possibility of visit to country of origin with permission from the guardianship council, supported by municipal subsidies.
Problems and Solutions in the Amsterdam Context
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| Cultural identity in diverse neighborhoods such as De Pijp or Bijlmer | Therapy via GGD Amsterdam and schools with diversity programs such as at Luzac College. |
| Family conflicts | Family mediation at the Council for Child Protection Amsterdam or neighborhood-specific neighborhood teams. |
Parents risk revocation of adoption in case of gross negligence. In Amsterdam, approximately 6% of files require aftercare intervention, partly due to the high diversity (CBS data 2023).