Hyväksiluku

Hyväksiluku is a Finnish term that translates to "adoption" in English. It refers to the legal process by which a person becomes the parent of a child who is not their biological offspring. This process terminates the biological parents' legal rights and responsibilities and transfers them to the adoptive parents.

There are different types of adoption in Finland, including domestic and international adoptions. Domestic adoption involves a child residing in Finland, while international adoption involves a child from another country. Both processes are overseen by social services to ensure the child's best interests are paramount.

The legal requirements for adoption include the prospective adoptive parents being at least 18 years old, with a significant age difference between the adoptive parent and the child. They must also be deemed suitable to raise a child, which involves an assessment of their physical, mental, and social well-being. For international adoptions, additional requirements related to the child's country of origin apply.

The adoption process typically involves an application, an investigation by social workers, and a court decision. Once the adoption is legally finalized, the adoptive child has the same rights and obligations as a biological child within the adoptive family. The goal of adoption is to provide a stable and loving home for children who cannot be raised by their biological parents.