People's Republic of China (PRC) Civil Code
Article 1094
The following individuals and organizations can be adopted:
(1) guardian of orphans;
(2) child welfare institutions;
(3) biological parents who have special difficulties and are unable to raise their children. Article 109
Foreigners can adopt children in People's Republic of China (PRC) according to law.
Adoption of children by foreigners in People's Republic of China (PRC) shall be examined and approved by the competent authorities of the host country in accordance with the laws of that country. The adopter shall provide proof of his age, marriage, occupation, property, health status and whether he has been subjected to criminal punishment. Issued by the state-owned organ to which he belongs, and signed a written agreement with the adopter, and personally registered with the civil affairs departments of the people's governments of provinces, autonomous regions and municipalities directly under the Central Government.
The certification materials specified in the preceding paragraph shall be certified by the institution authorized by the foreign country where the adopter is located in diplomatic authorities or diplomatic authorities, and certified by the people of China and the embassy or consulate of China in that country, unless otherwise stipulated by the state.