Consular Report of Birth Abroad

The CRBA is a crucial document for U.S. citizens born outside of the United States. It serves as proof of U.S. citizenship for those born to U.S. citizen parent(s) in foreign territories.

How to Obtain

Apply at a U.S. embassy or consulate in the country of birth.
Requires documentation proving a parent's U.S. citizenship and the child's birth details.

Key Features

Serves as evidence of U.S. citizenship.
Essential for applying for a U.S. passport or social security number.

Replacement

If lost, the CRBA can be replaced by submitting a request for a "Replacement Consular Report of Birth Abroad" through the U.S. Department of State.