Similkameen Family's Prolonged Wait in Mexico for Adoption Visa Approval
Make · May 26, 2025
A Similkameen family has been waiting in Mexico for almost six months for their adopted children's visas to be approved. This extensive delay has resulted from the complexities of the immigration process. James and Melissa Bodden started their adoption journey in 2019 with hopes of bringing their adopted children back to Canada soon. However, bureaucratic hurdles have left them stranded abroad.
Key Takeaways
The Boddens began their adoption process in 2019 and are currently awaiting the approval of their children's visas in Mexico. The prolonged wait underscores ongoing challenges within Canada's immigration and adoption systems, highlighting the emotional and logistical toll on families caught in these bureaucratic delays.