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Adopt International Renewal of Accreditation
Please note: Effective September 30, 2025 Center for Excellence in Adoption Services (CEAS) fully assumed accrediting entity responsibilities for all accredited agencies in the United States. IAAME links may no longer work. For more information, visit this notice.
The Department recognizes and appreciates the vital role accredited and approved adoption service providers (ASP) play in the intercountry adoption process. On March 18, 2021, the Intercountry Adoption Accreditation and Maintenance Entity (IAAME) renewed the accreditation of Adopt International to provide adoption services for intercountry adoptions. Adopt International’s accreditation is valid through 03/27/2025. For additional information about accredited adoption service providers, please visit IAAME’s website. For questions about initial and renewal accreditation and approval, please contact IAAME at [email protected].