CHIN

Interim Decision #2151 MATTER OF CHIN In Visa Petition Proceedings A-19425410 Decided by Board May 25, 1972 As many Chinese adoption cases are not grounded upon a formal adoption decree, the validity of such claimed adoptions must be determined bye careful weighing of the evidentiary materiaL Certified copies of affidavits, photo- graphs, evidence of support, letters, and other documents presented bearing on validity should be made a part of the record. Photographs should be positively identified and verified under oath. Affidavits submitted should state (1) the nature of the affiant's…