42Expression of interest in adopting a child

42 Expression of interest in adopting a child

42 Expression of interest in adopting a child

(1) One person, or a couple, may submit to the Secretary, or principal officer of an adoption service provider accredited to accept applications to adopt, an expression of interest in—

(a) being approved as suitable to adopt a child (whether a citizen or non-citizen), and

(b) being selected, in a manner determined by the Secretary or principal officer, to adopt a child.

(2) A submission of an expression of interest may be made only if the person or each person is resident or domiciled in the State.