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Can a foreign citizen residing in Peninsular Malaysia apply to adopt children here?

Yes, a foreign citizen residing in Peninsular Malaysia may apply to adopt a child in Malaysia, subject to certain requirements set by OrphanCare (OC).

Key conditions include :

The applicant must hold Permanent Resident (PR) status or a valid spouse visa; and The applicant must be married to a Malaysian citizen.

All applications are subject to further assessment by OrphanCare and the relevant authorities, and must comply with applicable laws and guildlines.