- Laws of Fiji

The court may issue a final adoption order only if satisfied that—

(a)consent to the adoption of the child has been given by every person whose consent is required under this Act or that consent has been, or should be, dispensed with;
(b)every person whose consent is necessary under this Act understands the nature and effect of the adoption order, and in particular, in the case of any parent, or guardian understands that the effect of the adoption order will be permanently to deprive him or her of his or her parental rights;
(c)as far as practicable and having regard to the age and understanding of the child, the wishes and feelings of the child have been ascertained and due consideration given to them;
(d)the prospective adoptive parents comply with the requirements of section 9;
(e)the child has resided with the prospective adoptive parents for at least 6 months immediately before the date of the adoption hearing;
(f)while the child has been in their custody, the prospective adoptive parents have demonstrated their willingness and ability to meet the child’s needs;
(g)the best interests of the child will be promoted by the adoption; and
(h)that no person has made or given, agreed to make or give, any payment or other reward in consideration of the adoption.