ORIGIN
SEARCH
ORIGIN SEARCH
For adoptees interested in knowing their origins.
This program provides advice to those who have been adopted through FANA and are interested in obtaining their personal file or seeking information about their biological family. This program also provides emotional accompaniment during the process.
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It is important to clarify that FANA does NOT have these personal records, as by law they were handed over to the Colombian Institute of Family Welfare (ICBF). ICBF is the only entity authorized to provide this information, therefore, FANA acts only as a process advisor.
If you are interested and want to know the process write an email to::
or contact the ICBF directly by emailing: busquedaorigenesadoptados@icbf.gov.co
or by calling the Adoption Subaddress to the PBX (57 1) 437 76 30 - Ext. 101126 o 101132.
WHO CAN REQUEST THIS INFORMATION?
Adoptees over the age of 18 or adoptive parents.
CAN FANA DELIVER
FILES?
No. The files were handed over to the Colombian Institute of Family Welfare (ICBF). ICBF is the only entity authorized to provide this information.
FANA accompanies and advises the interested party in the process and also provides emotional support during the process.
HOW DOES FANA HELP?
WHAT DOES THE PROCESS INCLUDE IN FANA?
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Emotional support and accompaniment.
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Advice on the process of contact with ICBF and delivery of forms.
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Sending a scanned copy of the personal history (contains administrative and judicial documents about your history and adoption process)
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ICBF locates the biological family and supports contact if it is permitted by the biological family.
WHAT DOES ICBF
PROVIDE?
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Things to keep in mind
1.
Origin search is a personal process that does not need or approve mediators
2.
Origin search is a
100% FREE process.
3.
The only legal origin search process is through ICBF and authorized adoption entities.
Four.
Throughout the process it is important to respect the privacy and confidentiality of the parties, required by law.
DO YOU WANT TO VISIT FANA?
Learn how to schedule a visit
If you were adopted through FANA or are an adoptive parent and are interested in visiting the foundation we would love to assist you.
Please click on the "registration link" button and complete the form.
FANA is a BIG FAMILY and our doors will always be open for all children who have been adopted as well as their families. Therefore, if you are interested in scheduling a visit to the foundation, please complete this information so that we can contact you.
*Before planning your visit read this information carefully regarding Laws about Colombian passports.