(I)Application Process:
1.The adopter or adoptee files application at any household registration office as the applicant.
2.Where the applicant is not able to apply in person, he/she may appoint a representative by power of attorney (power of attorney established abroad must be notarized by ROC embassy/ consulate /representative office).
3.The party concerned petition for adoption admission to the court if the adopted children are under age.
(II)Required Documentation:
1.Applicant’s identification certificate and seal (or signature).
2.Certificate for valid termination of adoption under ROC laws. (Those document made abroad must be translated into Chinese and notarized by the ROC embassy/consulate/representative office.)e office.)