Adopted relatives

Find My Adopted Relatives

Thank you for considering using Long Lost Families in your search for adopted relatives. Locating family who have been adopted usually requires more than a standard search. If you have little or no information of your birth details then a DNA test may be the first option. If you do have information about the family you seek then a standard search may be enough. If you haven’t already then you can apply to see your adoption records.

There are many reasons why you would wish to contact someone. Whatever that reason rest assured we will leave no stone unturned in our efforts.

Each search is unique to the individual and is tailor-made to suit you. Your first task is to place yourself on the UK Contact Adoption Register.

WHY NOT USE “MY STORY” TO HELP

DNA OPTION

With sparse or no information about your birth details, a DNA test is a good option to discover links to your family. Our friends at Ancestry have a long history of such testing and possess the worlds largest database of DNA material. This can throw up genetic links to your family. A close hit match will reveal details there and then. If its a generation or two further out then further research may be necessary.

If you wish to have a DNA search carried out directly by Ancestry. CLICK HERE

STANDARD SEARCH OPTION

Depending on the type and amount of birth information you possess then we may be able to carry out a standard LLF search.

Names, dates and places are important pieces of information but its surprising what small snippets and stories can lead to. We can evaluate that information for you if you call us. A video conference is a further option. To access a template to fill out with your information and email in: CLICK HERE

ACCESSING ADOPTION RECORDS

The first task in accessing your biological family is to place yourself on the Adoption Contact Register. If your family has put their information on there as well then contact can be quickly made. You have to be over 18 to do this. If you were adopted prior to 1975 then you have to attend an approved counselling session first.

If you don’t have them you can apply for your birth records which will give some information to start your journey
You can apply to make contact with an adopted relative, through an approved intermediary agency. They will make the initial contact and support you through the next steps. LLF can help you with this process if you wish.

 

First: Ensure you are on The Adoption Contact Register. To apply CLICK HERE.

For England and Wales. Details for the rest of the UK and International links can be found below:

  1. Phone Long Lost Families for advice on which of the above paths you need to take to find your family or adoptee.
  1. Once we establish that path we can begin your journey. Cost may differ depending on the chosen route. If there is enough information for a standard search then we can start your journey straight away.
  1. If you take the DNA option and results have been received we are available to advise you further. We can look to see how close any matches are. It may require some further genealogical research if the relative is a distant one. Using that information we can then search to locate the person you seek. We establish their identity and obtain permission from them to talk to you about their current circumstances. Once you have paid the remainder of the fee we supply you with all the details for your special meet.
  1. Its easy to place your details on the Adoption Contact register. You need your original name, your date of birth and the full name(s) of your birth mother and father (if known).
  1. We understand its a nervous time for both parties, so if you wish to use an intermediary we can arrange that for you too.

Call us: 07737 259732 for a free consultation.

DON’T FORGET ON A STANDARD SEARCH ITS A NO FIND – NO FEE BASIS. 

ADOPTION LINKS TO THE U.K. & INTERNATIONAL COUNTRIES CAN BE FOUND BELOW

PROCESS. (U.K.)

  1. We can help you start the process. It is often helpful to have support from someone you trust on your journey. This can also be a close friend or your current family. We can advise on the next steps depending on your circumstances. You can do this on your own. (See below) and get back to us when you have information for a search
  1. ACCESSING YOUR BIRTH RECORDS (England and Wales) You can access your birth records if you don’t have them because you were adopted. You will need to be 18 or over to do this.

Everyone adopted before 12 November 1975 will need to attend a counselling session with an approved adoption advisor prior to this.  This can be organised through your local council, an adoption agency or through the General Register Office.

I KNOW MY BIRTH DETAILS

If you already know your birth details then you can order a copy of your original birth certificate from the General Register Office. An on-line link can be found below:

https://www.gov.uk/general-register-office

For adoptions outside England or Wales you need to contact the General Register Office where you were adopted.

Scotland links can be found below:

https://www.gov.uk/national-records-of-scotland

https://www.nrscotland.gov.uk/registration/adoption

Northern Ireland links can be found below:

https://www.gov.uk/general-register-office-for-northern-ireland

https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/tracing-and-contacting-birth-relatives-and-adopted-adults

I DON’T KNOW MY BIRTH DETAILS

if you don’t know your birth details you will need to fill in an application for Birth Certificate Information Before Adoption (BIBA) service. Which application form you fill in depends on if you live in the UK or outside the UK.

If you live in the UK found below:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/application-or-access-to-birth-records

If you currently live outside the UK. found below:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/application-or-access-to-birth-records-outside-england-and-wales

You may post or email the form to: [email protected], Adoptions Section, Room C202, General Register Office, Trafalgar Rd, Southport. PR8 2HH

  1. ADD YOUR SELF TO THE ADOPTION CONTACT REGISTER. A LINK CAN BE FOUND HERE. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/application-for-an-adopted-person-to-apply-for-entry-onto-part-1-of-the-adoption-contact-register

The information you need for this is:

Your given name

Your date of birth

The full names(s) of your birth mother (and father if its known).

Please note: You must be over 18 years of age. Both parties need to be on the register. if only one party has registered then you will not be able to contact them Your missing family may have contacted the register to say that they don’t want to be contacted. You should prepare for this. Thats why you should take the journey with someone if at all possible.

  1. Call Long Lost Families

Once you have received the information you need then please call us to discuss your next move. We can begin your search.

Once found you can apply to make contact with an adopted person through an approved intermediary agency. They will make the initial contact and support you through the next steps. They will be able to access your adoption records through the agency that arranged your adoption, or the court that approved your adoption. LLF can arrange this for you.

You could use LLFs presence on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram / Youtube and see whether members can help you track down any answers. Inspire them with your own story.

Use “MY STORY” on the home page

You might find these contact organisations helpful.

PAC – Pre-Adoption, Post-Adoption Permanency Advice and Counselling

https://www.pac-uk.org/

Barnado’s – this children’s charity has a huge archive of information about Barnado’s children

https://www.barnardos.org.uk/

SEARCHING FOR ADOPTED PEOPLE OVERSEAS.

I WAS ADOPTED IN THE UK BUT BROUGHT UP AND LIVE IN ANOTHER COUNTRY.

We can help to access your records. Call Long Lost Families for advice.

I WAS ADOPTED ABROAD BUT I AM NOW RESIDENT IN THE UK OR A UK CITIZEN

This is dependent on which country you were born in. Call Long Lost Families for advice.

BELOW IS A LIST OF CONTACT INFORMATION TO HELP YOU FIND OUT ABOUT OVERSEAS ADOPTIONS

I WAS ADOPTED IN THE:

U.S.A.

It all depends on which state. Different States have different rules. There are fifty states in the USA so below is a link to a list of each state

It’s a good starting point. Call if you need further help.

https://www.familysearch.org/wiki/en/United_States_Adoption_Research?cid=fb-SC-3736

NEW ZEALAND.

General

https://www.justice.govt.nz/family/care-of-children/adoption/view-court-adoption-records/

Finding your birth Parents

https://www.govt.nz/browse/family-and-whanau/adoption-and-fostering/finding-your-birth-parents/

Finding your birth child

https://www.govt.nz/browse/family-and-whanau/adoption-and-fostering/finding-your-birth-child/

CANADA

It all depends on which state. Each province in Canada have their own records

Alberta

https://www.alberta.ca/post-adoption-registry-post-guardianship-services.aspx

British Columbia

https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/life-events/birth-adoption/adoptions/adoption-records

Manitoba

https://www.gov.mb.ca/fs/childfam/registry.html

New Brunswick

https://www2.gnb.ca/content/gnb/en/departments/social_development/promos/adoption.html

https://www2.gnb.ca/content/gnb/en/services/services_renderer.9375.Post_Adoption_Disclosure_Services.html

Newfoundland & Labrador

https://www.gov.nl.ca/dgsnl/birth/accessing-records-under-adoption-act/

Northwest Territories

https://www.originscanada.org/adoption-records/by-province/northwest-territories-adoption-records/

Nova Scotia

This a changing situation as of 2020

https://novascotia.ca/adoption-records-consultation/

Nunavut

https://www.originscanada.org/adoption-records/by-province/nunavut-adoption-records/

Ontario

https://www.mcss.gov.on.ca/en/mcss/programs/community/records/index.aspx

https://www.mcss.gov.on.ca/en/mcss/programs/community/records/

Prince Edward Island

https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/social-development-and-housing/open-adoption-records

Quebec

https://www.quebec.ca/en/family-and-support-for-individuals/adoption/researching-information-on-your-parents-of-origin-or-your-adopted-child/

Saskatchewan

https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/births-deaths-marriages-and-divorces/births-and-adoptions/adoption/post-adoption-services

Yukon

https://yukon.ca/en/legal-and-social-supports/community-supports/access-adoption-records

Other Links

https://www.bac-lac.gc.ca/eng/discover/vital-statistics-births-marriages-deaths/Pages/birth-adoption-orphanage-records.aspx#b

https://www.familysearch.org/wiki/en/Canada_Independent_Adoption_Search_(National_Institute)

AUSTRALIA.

Information by state:

Australian Capital Territory

https://www.communityservices.act.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0005/808448/Searching-for-adoption-information-and-birth-relatives.pdf

https://www.benevolent.org.au/connect/post–adoption–support

New South Wales

https://www.facs.nsw.gov.au/families/adoption/finding-info

Northern Territory

https://nt.gov.au/community/child-protection-and-care/adoption/find-out-about-a-previous-adoption-in-the-nt

Queensland

https://www.qld.gov.au/community/caring-child/adoption/post-adoption-support-services/how-request-adoption-information

South Australia

https://www.childprotection.sa.gov.au/adoption/provision-of-adoption-information

Tasmania

https://www.justice.tas.gov.au/bdm/adoptions

Victoria

https://guides.slv.vic.gov.au/adoption/victoria

Western Australia

http://www.dcp.wa.gov.au/FosteringandAdoption/Pages/PastAdoptionInfo.aspx

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