Is it possible to adopt the person that has attained the full age?

Key points:

1. General rule:

• Adoption is usually carried out for a child who has not reached the age of 18.

2. Adoption of an adult:

• Possible in exceptional cases by court decision, if:
• The person is an orphan.
• The person was deprived of parental care before reaching adulthood.

3. Conditions for adopting an adult:

• The age difference between the adopter and the adopted person must be at least 18 years.