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What qualifies as proof of US citizenship?

What qualifies as proof of US citizenship?

You are a U.S. citizen if you have a: Birth certificate showing birth in the United States; Form FS-240, Report of Birth Abroad of United States Citizen; or. Valid unexpired U.S. passport.

What are the documents needed to apply for US citizenship?

Bring the following documents to the appointment:

  • Form I-551, Permanent Resident Card;
  • Appointment notice; and.
  • A second form of identification (driver’s license, passport, or state identification card). Your second form of identification must have your photograph on it.

Can you be born without a birth certificate?

Being born without a birth certificate is more common than you might think, and it doesn’t need to stand in your way any longer. While FastBirthCertificates.com can’t register you for a birth certificate for the first time, we can point you in the direction of your state’s vital records office.

Where can I get a birth certificate in the US?

The State health department The State health department administers the birth registration and fetal death reporting system under the laws and regulations of the State. Birth certificates are placed on permanent file by the State office of vital statistics after they have been accepted for filing.

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How can I get a copy of my birth certificate without ID?

Find the vital records office in the state where you were born. Check to see if you can get a certified copy of your birth certificate with no identification. If you can, follow the ordering instructions. Some states accept alternate ways to verify your ID.

Can a US citizen get a birth certificate from a foreign country?

A child born in a foreign country and adopted by a U.S. citizen will not receive a U.S. birth certificate. The country in which you were born will have issued it. To get a copy, contact the nearest foreign embassy or consulate for that country.