Relevant forms for Consular Report of Birth Abroad:
Form title | Number | Instructions |
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Application for Consular Report of Birth Abroad | DS-2029 (PDF 61KB) |
Print every page on a separate sheet of paper. Double-sided forms CANNOT be processed. |
First Passport Application | DS-11 (from www.travel.state.gov) |
Print the actual form pages only, on two separate sheets. Fill out this form but do not sign it. |
Affidavit of Parentage, Physical Presence and Support | DS-5507 (from www.state.gov) | This is an additional form, only required for a U.S. citizen father who is not married to the mother of the child. Note the statement at the bottom of page 3 of the DS-2029 can serve in lieu of this form. Do not sign this form until asked by the Consular Officer. |
One parent unable to appear | DS-3053 (from www.travel.state.gov) | If only one parent can be present at the time of application for a passport, a written statement DS-3053, signed by the non-appearing parent in the presence of a notary, must be submitted. In the form, the absent parent agrees to the issuance of a passport. Don’t forget to bring a copy of the identity document used at the notary’s. |
You cannot locate the other parent | DS-5525 (from www.travel.state.gov) | This statement of exigent/special family circumstances for issuance of a U.S. passport to a minor under age 16 must be completed with as much detail as possible. |