This chapter explains the handling of kafāla-cases in France. The practical significance of kafāla in France is underlined, as many people of Moroccan or Algerian nationality living in France assume responsibility for a child born in their country of origin through kafāla. It is argued that although kafāla is not adoption, it should be treated in a similar way to ensure the protection of the fundamental rights of all parties concerned. It is stressed that the necessary framework for this regulation is provided by Article 33 of the 1996 Chid Protection Convention.