Apply online for a Consular Birth Report Abroad (eCRBA)
PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS
If you have a CRBA appointment from May 15th to June 2nd, 2023 and are using the eCRBA system, please DO NOT prepay online. You must pay the fee at the Embassy on your scheduled appointment.
A Consular Report of Birth (CRBA) is proof of United States citizenship. It is issued to children born abroad to parents who are US citizens and meet the requirements set out in the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). CRBA applications must be made before the child’s 18th birthday. We encourage parents to apply for the CRBA as soon as possible after the child is born.
We are now accepting applications for a Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA) electronically. This new, streamlined process allows US citizen parents to complete a CRBA application online, upload all required documents, and submit payment prior to the mandatory in-person interview.
To be eligible to use the eCRBA system, you must MUST answer YES To ALL of the following criteria:
- Was the child born in Korea?
- Is the child under 18?
- Was at least one parent a US citizen or non-US citizen at the time the child was born?
- Are you the biological parent of a child born abroad and are you applying for this child?
If any of the above statements do not apply to you, you MUST apply by completing a paper application (DS-2029) and contacting us.
TO START THE PROCESS OF APPLYING A CRBA ONLINE:
Step 1. Create your profile: To apply for a CRBA online, you must create a MyTravelGov account. Watch this video to learn more about creating your https://mytravel.state.gov account.
Step 2. Complete the online application: Access eCRBA through the MyTravelGov account, which provides easy step-by-step instructions on how to complete your application. You should review the required documents for the CRBA application in advance using this checklist.
Step 3. Submit payment online and make an appointment: After completing the application and submitting payment online, you can make an appointment online. You MUST Make your appointment at least 5 business days after the date of submission to complete the payment process. If your payment is not received prior to your interview, You may be denied service until payment is processed. We do not accept walk ins.
Step 4. Attend Your Scheduled In-Person Interview: You MUST bring all original documents with you to your appointment. Original documents will be returned to you after verification. You must provide English translations for all foreign language documents. Please note that both the parents and the child must appear in person for the appointment.
Further information
- Frequently asked questions about eCRBA
- physical presence
- How to replace or modify a CBRA
- Obtaining US citizenship
How to create a MyTravelGov account video
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