Consular report of birth abroad uk

A Consular Report of Birth Abroad (also known as a CRBA) is an official document certifying acquisition of US citizenship for a child born outside of the United States. The document provides the same evidence of citizenship as a United States passport, a Certificate of Naturalisation, or a Certificate of Citizenship.

1. How do I get a birth certificate if I was born abroad UK?
2. Who qualifies for consular report of birth Abroad?
3. How do I get a consular birth certificate UK?
4. Do consular Reports born abroad?

How do I get a birth certificate if I was born abroad UK?

Whilst it's not possible to obtain a regular British birth certificate, you can apply for a consular birth registration certificate. To be able to apply for a consular birth certificate if born abroad the birth must also be registered at a UK Consulate, High Commission or with the Armed Forces.

Who qualifies for consular report of birth Abroad?

U.S. citizens eligible to transmit citizenship are required to file for a Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA). The CRBA application must be made before the child's 18th birthday, and we strongly recommend that parents apply for the CRBA as soon as possible after the child's birth. A CRBA is not a travel document.

How do I get a consular birth certificate UK?

Complete the application form to order a birth certificate for a birth that was registered overseas. It is cheaper if you apply online. If you also include a General Register Office (GRO) index reference number, the process will be quicker. You can view the list of fees.

Do consular Reports born abroad?

A Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA, or Form FS-240) is a document that certifies a child acquired U.S. citizenship at birth. You should report the birth of a child born abroad at a U.S. embassy or consulate overseas. The U.S. embassy or consulate will issue you a Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA).