Do both parents have to travel to Russia?
Yes, both parents must travel to Russia on both trips. This is an FTIA policy, and not necessarily a Russian policy. The first trip is to meet your child, and officially sign an acceptance to move forward with the adoption of the child. We feel that this is a life-changing decision that should be made by both parents, and feel it is in the best interest of both the adopting parents and the child that the parents make this decision together. On the second trip, Russia requires that both adoptive parents be present for the court session. However, after the court session, one parent can return home early if necessary.
