Form I-800A: Application for Determination of Suitability to Adopt a Child from a Convention Country
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What is Form I-800A?
Form I-800A asks USCIS to determine whether prospective adoptive parents are suitable and eligible to adopt a child from a Hague Adoption Convention country. After approval, they can file Form I-800 for a specific child.
Who files it: A married U.S. citizen, or an unmarried U.S. citizen at least 24 years old, who resides in the United States.
What USCIS typically asks for
- Home study meeting Convention requirements
- Proof of U.S. citizenship and marriage, if applicable
- Evidence that prior marriages ended, if applicable
- Biometrics for the applicant and adult household members
A plain-English summary, not legal advice. The Form I-800A instructions on uscis.gov are the official list of requirements and evidence.
What FormVeritas checks on Form I-800A
When you run an audit from the Form Workspace, FormVeritas reviews the answers you entered using checks written for this form's fields.
Answers left blank 3 checks
Points out blank answers in the places its checks for this form look at.
Areas include: addresses; and the interpreter, preparer and representative sections.
How entries are written 8 checks
Checks how entries are written against what each field asks for.
Areas include: names; places of birth; telephone numbers and email addresses; and the interpreter, preparer and representative sections.
Answers that do not fit together 6 checks
Compares related answers on this form and points out ones that do not fit together.
Areas include: names; marriage and family details; the interpreter, preparer and representative sections; and signatures and dates of signature.
Check boxes and Yes/No questions 1 checks
Checks how boxes are selected in the groups of choices on this form.
Signatures 7 checks
Checks the signature lines on this form.
Before you file Form I-800A
- Use the current edition (01/20/25). USCIS may reject outdated editions.
- Read the Form I-800A instructions on uscis.gov for what to include.
- Confirm the fee with the USCIS Fee Calculator and Form G-1055.
- Answer every question that applies to you, including each Yes/No question.
- Sign and date every required signature line.
- Run a FormVeritas audit and fix everything it flags.
What these checks don't do
They don't check that every question that applies to you is answered, whether your answers are true, or whether you're eligible for what you're asking for. A report with no findings does not mean USCIS will accept or approve your filing.
Not legal advice. For eligibility questions, talk to a licensed immigration attorney.
Form I-800A questions
What is Form I-800A used for?
Form I-800A asks USCIS to determine whether prospective adoptive parents are suitable and eligible to adopt a child from a Hague Adoption Convention country. After approval, they can file Form I-800 for a specific child.
Who files Form I-800A?
A married U.S. citizen, or an unmarried U.S. citizen at least 24 years old, who resides in the United States.
What does FormVeritas check on Form I-800A?
FormVeritas runs 25 checks written for Form I-800A, covering answers left blank, how entries are written, answers that do not fit together, check boxes and yes/no questions, signatures.
What is the current edition of Form I-800A?
USCIS lists 01/20/25 as the current edition of Form I-800A. FormVeritas last checked this on October 21, 2026. Always confirm the edition on uscis.gov before you file.
How long does USCIS take to process Form I-800A?
Averaged across the offices and categories USCIS lists, Form I-800A typically takes 4.5 to 5.5 months (published October 19, 2026). Individual cases can take more or less time; check the USCIS processing times tool for your office.
Is the Form I-800A filing fee shown here?
USCIS lists fees for Form I-800A on Form G-1055, Fee Schedule (edition 10/16/26). Use the USCIS Fee Calculator to confirm the fee that applies to your filing.
Does a clean FormVeritas report mean USCIS will approve my Form I-800A?
No. FormVeritas checks the form for preventable mistakes. It does not check eligibility or whether answers are true, and it does not guarantee acceptance or approval.
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