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I want to adopt a child
Adoption in Switzerland is governed by articles 264-269d CC. Joint adoption is reserved for married couples (or in partnership) for at least 3 years, or for single persons of 28 years years of age (art. 264b CC). The adopter must be at least 16 years years older than the adoptee. The consent of the parents…
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