What are the criteria to qualify to be adoptive parents?

You would like to adopt an infant (less than 2 years old):

  • You are under 45 years old
  • Married for at least 5 years and childless and/or married for less than 5 years and have proven fertility issue
  • Have a report from a fertility specialist
  • Are Malaysian citizens, or a permanent resident (PR) married to a Malaysian citizen
  • Live and reside in peninsular Malaysia
  • Physically and mentally fit
  • Have no criminal record
  • Live in a safe neighbourhood
  • Have a combined income of at least RM5000 per month

You would like to adopt an older or special needs child (2-18 years old):

  • You are a married couple under 60 years of age
  • A single woman under 60 years old
  • Are Malaysian citizens, or a permanent resident (PR) married to a Malaysian Citizen
  • Physically and mentally fit
  • Have no criminal record
  • Live in a safe neighbourhood
  • Have a combined income of at least RM5000 per month