For LGBTQ+ parents, securing legal parentage isn't just a formality; it's the foundation of family security, freedom to travel, and profound peace of mind. Vermont has emerged as a symbol of progress, enacting landmark legislation that dramatically simplifies this...
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Passports & Travel
Obtaining a passport for a child born through surrogacy
If you have had a baby through surrogacy in California or anywhere in the United States or even overseas, you may need assistance with obtaining a passport for your newborn. The first step is generally to obtain your child’s birth certificate. The birth certificate...
Citizenship and passports for an internationally adopted child
Adoption is a good option for some couples or individuals who wish to build their families, but the process involves a lot of paperwork. This is especially true in cases involving international adoption. When you adopt a child from another country, not only do...
A newborn baby may need a passport
A passport serves many purposes. The document establishes someone’s identity and citizenship, and providing the document to immigration authorities is necessary to enter foreign countries or return to the United States. Parents know that they need a passport when...
Children born abroad through ART can now have citizenship
Many California couples have had to rely on assisted reproductive technology to start families. Laws are in place regarding children who were born abroad through these means. What is assisted reproductive technology? Assisted reproductive technology or ART is a...