Abductions from the U.S.

Responding to an International Parental Child Abduction

The Office of Children's Issues is prepared to assist you as you pursue recovery of your abducted child. You will be assigned a specific case officer who can assist you with opening a case with your local law enforcement, searching for your child, understanding the legal process, and in other ways.

As a starting point for this bewildering experience, please learn about these five steps to responding to an international parental child abduction, and be in touch with our office. We will help you each step of the way.

step 1 Opening an International Parental Child Abduction Case
 
step 2 Searching for Your Child
 
step 3 Learning about Applicable Laws and Solutions
 
step 4 Taking Care of Yourself and Your Family
 
step 5 Reuniting With Your Child