Guardianship and Temporary Placement in International Child Matters
Guardianship differs from adoption and serves as an interim form for crisis placement or asylum children, regulated in the Youth Act and Hague Child Abduction Convention.
Legal Frameworks
- Youth Act arts. 36-41 (guardianship).
- Hague Guardianship Convention 1996.
- Civil Code Book 1, arts. 1:251-257.
Guardianship Procedure
- Appointment of guardians: Designated by the court.
- Temporary placement: Max. 2 years, extendable.
- Transition to adoption: Possible after screening.
Differences with Adoption
| Aspect | Guardianship | Adoption |
|---|---|---|
| Authority | Temporary | Permanent |
| Biological rights | Remain in existence | Terminated |
Application for refugee children; CA-IKA coordinates. Costs lower: €5,000-€15,000.
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