Get Certificate Of Adoption - Illinois Department Of Public Health - Idph State Il

Completing the Certificate of Adoption is an essential step in legalizing the adoption process in Illinois. This comprehensive guide will provide you with clear and detailed instructions to help you fill out the form accurately and efficiently.

Follow the steps to complete the form successfully.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to access the form and open it in the editor.
2. Begin by filling out the child's information at birth section. Provide the full name, date of birth, state file number (if known), and place of birth including hospital, city, state, and country. Complete the mother's and father's names as recorded prior to their first marriage or civil union. Indicate the child's sex as male or female.
3. If the child is foreign-born, answer whether Illinois has previously created a birth record for them and if any U.S. state has done so. Note the state if applicable.
4. Fill out the child's name after adoption, including first, middle, and last names. Ensure there are no alterations or whiteout used, as changes necessitate additional documentation.
5. In the parent's information after adoption section, specify the role of each parent, whether as a co-parent, natural, or adoptive parent. Indicate their marital status and provide their names prior to their first marriage or civil union, dates of birth, places of birth, and Social Security numbers. Each parent must sign to verify the accuracy of their information.
6. Complete the addresses section by inputting the adoptive parents’ address at the time of the child's birth, including all relevant details. Provide the attorney's current mailing address and contact number, along with the adoptive parents’ current address and contact number.
7. State whether a new birth certificate should be created and specify where it should be sent—either to the attorney or the parents.
8. Finally, the certification section must be completed by the circuit clerk’s office that handled the adoption. Ensure that it includes the case number, decree date, and the circuit clerk's signature and seal.
9. Review all entered information for accuracy. Once confirmed, you can save changes, download, print, or share the completed form.

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