The Government department responsible in Western Australia for past adoption services is the Department of Communities, Child Protection and Family Support. Past adoption information in WA can be obtained including identifying and non identifying.

What details are available will depend on the time of the adoption. Check the website for further information on what is available for your individual circumstance.

Non identifying information can be available such as medical records. Some have been recorded at the time of birth, others can be sought if specific medical details are required.

If an adoption was prior to 2003, a contact or information veto may be in place which prevents the release of identifying information or contact.

Forms and further details may be found on the Past adoption information in WA page.