Currently, it's not permissible; only married couples and single women above 30 are eligible for kafala.

Yes, and you can find the rest of the kafala eligibility criteria here:
1- Either one or both spouses must acquire Egyptian citizenship.
2- Applicants must be between 21 and 60 years old. If a single woman applies, she must be at least 30 years old and obtain her family's consent if she plans to live with them along with the child.
3- A stable source of income is required.
4- A suitable residence for the family and the child must be available.
5- If the family has biological children, the youngest child must be at least two years old.To initiate the kafala process, kindly register on the Ministry of Social Solidarity's website. Next, gather these documents. Then, take the documents to the Directorate of Social Solidarity located in your residential area.

Yes, you can apply for kafala, and we encourage you to take this step. You can learn about all the necessary steps and required documents here.

Yes, you can. One of the required documents is a copy of the apartment contract, whether it is owned or rented. You can learn more about the required documents here.

Yes, you have the option to sponsor a child in an orphanage through a financial sponsorship program. However, we do not have the details of the procedures since Yalla Kafala's main focus is to raise awareness about child kafala at home. If you wish to proceed with sponsorship, you will have to personally visit an orphanage and select the child you wish to sponsor. You can also learn more about the differences between financial sponsorship and kafala at home here:

Certainly, any individual who has overcome cancer has the opportunity to apply for kafala. They simply have to follow the standard procedures, and the final decision is left for the local committee, which assesses the family's eligibility for kafala.

Yes, you can. You will need to prepare documents for all sources of income, including bank statements, employment contracts, and tax reports.

Kafala in Egypt is only legally available for 3 months to
18-year-old children.

The amount of money paid to the ministry is deposited into an account registered under the name of your kafala child. The money does not go to any responsible party during the kafala procedures and only the child will have the authority to access and utilize this fund when they reach the age of
18-year-old.

Raising a child comes with great responsibility, so being afraid is only a natural feeling. However, we can assure you that all kafala parents felt the same way at some point during their kafala process, yet they can all confirm that kafala has been the most beautiful decision they ever took.

It is acceptable for the residence to be registered under your mother's name. However, you are required to provide evidence of that it is your place of residence, which can be verified through your national ID or any legal documentation. Additionally,  you must obtain the consent of your mother and any other family member residing in the same household. It is also a requirement to have a stable source of personal income and ensure that there is an appropriate room within the family home designated for the child.

In cases of fertility challenges, the requirement for a three-year marriage duration will not be enforced.

Kindly contact us via WhatsApp at: 01006819181

Both spouses must be present in Egypt during the kafala process.

The new draft of Egypt's child law incorporates discussions about the rights of kafala children, but it is still at the discussion phase and has not been enacted yet.

It depends on the internal regulations of each sports club. Some sports clubs apply the same regulations on both kafala and biological children, while others require the family to apply for a new membership. Inquire about this within your club.

It varies depending on the health insurance authority affiliated with the kafala parent's company. Some authorities allow the inclusion of kafala children, while others refuse to enroll kafala children. Inquire about this within your company.

Yes, we have a general group on Facebook that's for everyone, feel free to join: https://www.facebook.com/groups/272558447652906

Traveling with the sponsored child without the approval of the Ministry of Social Solidarity is not allowed. You can inform the responsible employee about your file to know the required procedures for obtaining the child's travel permit.

For any inquiries or to schedule an appointment with a specialist, please contact us at
01006819181.

The I-score certificate is a certificate provided by the bank of your family, indicating the loans the family has obtained from the bank.

Yalla Kafala is not an orphanage. Yalla Kafala is an organization with the aim of raising awareness about Kafala and helping families understand all the procedures, requirements, and documents needed for child Kafala. Our vision is building the best possible future for orphans and kafala families, and our mission is advancing quality care for orphans by advocating, educating, and developing resources for growing families.If you wish to apply for Kafala, you can register through the Ministry of Social Solidarity's website and then prepare the required documents and visit the Social Solidarity Directorate in your residential area.

Send us your CV mentioning the charitable activities you have participated in via email: volunteer@yallakafala.org

To learn more about Yalla Kafala Foundation's activities, you can watch this video: Link to Facebook VideoTo find out more about Yalla Kafala Foundation, visit our official website at: www.yallakafala.org

Telling your child the truth about their kafala is crucial for their psychological well-being and identity formation.  There are several key points to consider when approaching this conversation with your children:
1- The younger the child is when they are informed, the better the results tend to be.
2- Informing the child of the truth is not a one-time event, but an ongoing process throughout the child's life, adjusted according to their age.
3- Telling the child the truth should be done in simple and age-appropriate ways. Initially, it's best to avoid sharing too many details. Children seek more information as they grow. Always maintain clarity and honesty and avoid lying or distorting Kafala events.
4- You can start with children at the age of 3 by reading stories about Kafala, available on the Yalla Kafala YouTube channel. Afterwards, you can tell the child their own kafala story using personal photos, making them the hero of their tale.
5- Recognize that your perception of kafala will impact your child's perception. If you tell your child their kafala story with sadness and despair, they might absorb these feelings and feel the same way about their kafala. Conversely, if you tell their story with pride, emphasizing the joyful moments and explaining why you feel fortunate about their kafala, your child will most likely feel proud of their kafala journey and happy to be part of their kafala family.
6- If your child is seeking answers that you do not have information about, be honest and tell them that you do not have this information, but are willing to help them find it if they want.
7- Acknowledge that the kafala child has an unknown past that they are not responsible for. So, it's normal for the child to have feelings of longing for their biological family, even if they've never met them. This longing does not diminish their love for their kafala family. Therefore, it's essential to respect and acknowledge their feelings and help them express them in healthy ways.
8- Follow Yalla Kafala's page to learn about the schedules of positive parenting workshops and how to tell your child the truth.

There is no specific duration for completing the Kafala procedures. It depends on several factors, including the availability of documents with the family, the schedule of local committees, and security clearance. However, the process typically takes from 3 to 6 months.

Feel free to send your resume to us via email:Info@yallakafala.org

For Egypt's branch: To inquire about our work hours and schedule a visit, please reach out to us at
01006819181.For the US Branch: To inquire about our work hours and schedule a visit, please reach out to us at
4152465007.

Yalla Kafala has two branches, one in Egypt and one in the US:Egypt Branch: 24 Al Lasilky St., New Maadi.US Branch: 15 Onondaga Ave, San Francisco, CA, United States, California.

Details of each workshop are provided on Yalla Kafala pages when their schedules are set. To find details and schedules of upcoming workshops, follow our social media pages.

Yalla Kafala provides two types of training designed to qualify families for Kafala:Mandatory Training: This training is conducted under the supervision of the Ministry of Social Solidarity and successful completion is a prerequisite for families seeking approval for Kafala.Positive Discipline Workshops: These are additional workshops for families interested in enhancing their child-rearing skills and learning more about the proper parenting methods."

There are no fees. The application is free of charge

It depends on the Social Solidarity Directorate in your residential area; some directorates allow any laboratory, while others require specific laboratories.

Kindly reach out to us at 01006819181 to receive a list of the orphanages where children available for kafala are located.

To contact Yalla Kafala Organization: 01006819181

It is advisable that you seek legal counsel to draft the necessary form.

You need to submit the papers at the Family and Childhood Office in the Social Solidarity Directorate of your residential area

1- Either one or both spouses must acquire Egyptian citizenship.
2- The age of the applicants must be between 21 and 60 years old. If a single woman applies, she must be at least 30 years old and obtain her family's consent if she plans to live with them along with the child.
3- A stable source of income is required.
4- A suitable residence for the family and the child must be available.
5- If the parents applying for kafala have biological children, the youngest child must be at least two years old.

To start the Kafala procedures, follow these steps:
1. Register on the Ministry of Social Solidarity website (Application link).
2. Prepare the required documents and then submit them to the Social Solidarity Directorate in your residential area (Application documents link).
3. Follow these steps (Kafala steps link).

After receiving a letter of approval, you can visit one of the orphanages of your choice and start to look out for a child that would fit into your family. Some families look for small babies, others prefer an older child. Discuss your preferences and what your capabilities are with the orphanage and they will be able to guide you and you can initiate what we call the bonding time.

In the past it used to take different amount of time depending on the governorate where application was submitted (sometimes 3 months, in others 6 months or more)With the new kafala system being implemented it will be maximum
4.5 months and as soon as the assessment by the MOSS is completed for the family, they can start their journey of searching for their child (most commonly it is 3 months or less).

National ID.Educational diploma of each spouse or for the mother in case a single mother applies.Medical certificate for each spouse.Criminal record of each spouse.Marriage certificate.Income statement for different sources of income.Contract of the owned house in Egypt.Contract of rented flat (recent electricity and water bills).

If you live in Egypt, you should contact the nearest directorate of Ministry of Social Services (MOSS) to your residence.

Adopted children do not inherit in Islam but there are two legal ways in Islam by which you can make sure that your adopted child future is secured in case you die:Gifting: As long as the Kafala parents are alive, they can give the child any gift they want (buy a flat for the child, a piece of land, a car etc)Wassiyah (will) - In Islam, the wasiyyah refers to a 1/3 (or less) bequest that a Muslim can give after death. A wasiyyah can go to charity or relatives who are not otherwise heirs under the Islamic Rules of Inheritance.

This is a personal decision for every mother and is also not mandated by religion or the law. Additionally, breastfeeding doesn’t necessarily make the bonding between the child and mother stronger. However it is possible to establish milk production for a kafala baby, even if you have never been pregnant or given birth before. This can be achieved by following a program for stimulating milk production that is designed by a specialized doctor. Breastfeeding a child under two years for a specific amount of time, makes you a milk mother for the child and creates a mahram relationship between you and the child. Which for many muslim families make certain legalities easier from their religious point of view.

For a single mother the child can take the mother’s family name (Fatwa issued in Sept 2019). The mother can also change the first given random name of the child. If the biological parents are known (which is extremely rare for an abandoned baby in Egypt) the biological father’s and grandfather’s names must remain the same as they are in the child’s birth certificate.

This is not permitted in Islam, but is allowed for Christian families. The child of a Muslim Kafala family can either take the first name of the father or the last name of the family. Religion forbids the child to take both names.Example:• If the given names of the child are: Mohamed Ahmed AbdAllah Sayed• The Kafala father's name is: Hany Mohsen Mohamed El Mallah• The child name can be either: Mohamed Hany AbdAllah Sayed (taking the father’s first name)• Or Mohamed Ahmed AbdAllah Sayed El Mallah (taking the family’s name)

Yes, you can!

Yes, you can! There are special procedures that you need to follow based on your designated country of residence and you will need to acquire an approval from the Ministry of Social Services (MOSS).

Yes, Egyptian citizenship holders can apply for Kafala/adoption, even if they live outside of Egypt, on the condition that at least one of the two parents is an Egyptian citizen.

A married couple who possess the moral, social maturity, health and material capacity to care for a child. Married not less than 3 years (exception in case of infertility is possible). Both of them are between
25-60 years old and the number of children in family does not exceed two (unless they are independent), One spouse should hold a minimum of high school diploma or its equivalent. Family should be of same religion as the adopted child.Widows, divorced women and women who have never been married and reached 30 years of age are entitled to apply for kafala.To study the detailed criteria - follow this link: https://bit.ly/36u3LG0

There has been a lot of misunderstanding regarding the permissibility of kafala under islamic jurisprudence. Kafala while following rules of Islam isn’t just allowed but encouraged and is seen not only as a meritorious deed, but also as a religious duty.There are many Fatwas encouraging families for Kafala. Please refer to our brochure “Kafala in Islam” if you would like to know more.

Yes, adoption does exist in Egypt, known as Kafala or the Alternative Families Program. It allows kafala parents to care for a child in their home as a member of their family. It also permits the kafala parents or mother to name the child as per the family/or mother’s surname. The parents/mother are then fully responsible for the child financially and in terms of parenting and education.For information on how to apply and related conditions, please use the following link: https://www.moss.gov.eg/ar-eg/Pages/sector-service-detail.aspx?sid=51

Adoption is the formal, permanent transfer of parental rights to a family other than a child’s own and the formal assumption by that family of all parenting duties for the child. In some Islamic countries; including Egypt, the term ‘Kafala’ of Islamic law is used to describe a situation similar to adoption, but not necessarily with the transference of inheritance rights, or the change of the child’s full name. Despite Kafala being strongly encouraged in Islam there have been a misleading CULTURAL perception about its true meaning, practice, and significance. As a result, our innocent children have been under institutionalized care of orphanages rather than being granted a warm family life and home. We created this page to restore back the authentic meaning of Kafala in Islam that was taught by our beloved prophet.

They have no names when they are found. At the police station they choose a random name for the child and fictional names for father. The Ministry of Health (MOH) then gives a random name for the mother.

Children/babies are usually found abandoned in public places; beside a mosque or a church, railway stations, on cars, and unfortunately some people abandon their children in rubbish bins or containers.After being found they are taken to the closest police station. The police issues a report proving where the child was found, and give him/her random names. They are referred to a public hospital for a medical test, then a social worker from MOH takes the baby to the nearest governmental orphanage (which belongs to MOH or FACE). When placed inside an orphanage the MOH issues a birth certificate.

Children are in the orphanages for no fault of their own, mostly because they were abandoned by the people who were supposed to care for them. Most children in Egypt are abandoned because they have been born out of wedlock (which is a heavily condemned act in Egyptian society). Some other reasons are economic as some families struggle and live in poverty and can’t cope. Some families abandon their children because of disability or other special needs. So families sometimes see orphanages as a way in which they can improve the chances for their children, and this is fed by a perception that their child will be better off.Once a child is abandoned, he/she is incorporated into the state system for the care of children deprived of parental care. Children under two years are sent to centers that belong to the MOH, while children over 2 years are sent to centers that belong to the MOSS.There are many studies that show how children in institutional care lack emotionally and developmentally in comparison with children in families. A loving family is all that any child needs and you don’t need to be perfect to be a perfect parent for one of them.

The latest official number of orphans registered inside orphanages is 12,
500. All these children are waiting for a chance to grow up in a stable home with a loving family.