U.S. Embassy & Consulates
in Australia

If the transmission requirements have been met, the following documentation is required for a CRBA application.

• Applicant
  The applicant (child) and at least one parent, preferably the U.S. citizen parent, must be present at the U.S. Consulate.
• Application form
  Completed (but not signed) Form DS-2029: Application for a CRBA (PDF 63KB) — all questions must be answered; to assist, please see the information regarding physical presence in the United States.
• Affidavit
  If the U.S. citizen parent is not able to attend the appointment, they must complete the Form DS-5507: Affidavit of Parentage, Physical Presence and Support (PDF 287 KB), have it notarized by a Public Notary (in the U.S.) or Justice of the Peace (in Australia), which must be submitted in their absence.
• Birth Certificate
  Child’s full birth certificate, as issued by the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages. Decorative copies of the birth certificate are not accepted.
• Marriage Certificate
  Parents’ registered marriage certificate (if applicable)
• For parents who were previously married
  Evidence of termination of any previous marriages (if applicable)
• Parent(s) U.S. citizenship
  U.S. citizen parent(s)’ evidence of U.S. citizenship (U.S. passport or naturalization certificate)
• Physical Presence Requirement
  U.S. citizen parent’s documentary evidence of physical presence in the United States prior to the child’s birth
• Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART)
  If any method of Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) was used to facilitate the child’s conception, appropriate medical records or medical documentation to establish the biological/genetic relationship between the child and at least one parent
• Envelope
  One self-addressed, Express Post or Registered Post envelope for the return of the CRBA and passport (minimum A4 sized). To avoid unnecessary delays with your application, see the information regarding accepted return postage options
• Fee
  Applicable fee