What if the biological parent lives in New Hampshire but I live in another state?

You file where YOU and the child live — not where the biological parent lives. If you live in another state but the biological parent is in New Hampshire, the adoption is filed in YOUR state, not New Hampshire.

However, if you and the child live in New Hampshire:

• You file in New Hampshire Circuit Court
• The biological parent can be served anywhere — in New Hampshire or in another state
• The adoption follows New Hampshire law regardless of where the other parent lives
• 6 months residency required (RSA § 170-B:5)

If the biological parent lives in New Hampshire and you live elsewhere:

• You file in YOUR state's court
• The biological parent is served at their New Hampshire address
• New Hampshire's laws do not govern — your state's laws do
• Contact us and we'll prepare documents for your state

Cross-state service of process:

• A sheriff or process server in New Hampshire can serve the biological parent
• If the parent is cooperative, they can sign consent and have it notarized in New Hampshire
• If the parent's location in New Hampshire is unknown, service by publication may be used

Cost: $349 regardless of which state | Call (855) 924-0450 to discuss your multi-state situation.