Form DS-2029 Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA) Application (2029): Edit Online Free & Download PDF
Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA) Application: Application for Consular Report of Birth Abroad of a Citizen of the United States of America
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Form DS-2029 in short
Form DS-2029 is the application for a Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA), the document that records that a child born outside the United States acquired U.S. citizenship at birth through a U.S. citizen parent. A parent, legal guardian or the child fills in Section A, then signs the form in person in front of a U.S. consular officer or designated official. The application must be filed before the child's 18th birthday.
| Issued by | U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs |
|---|---|
| Current version | DS-2029 03-2021 (checked 2026-10-25) |
| Who fills it in | The child's parent or parents, legal guardian, a person acting in loco parentis, or the child. A person other than a parent or the child must bring a certified copy of legal guardianship or a notarized affidavit from the parent or parents authorizing them to apply. |
| Who receives it | The U.S. embassy, consulate or consular agency, or for children born in U.S. military hospitals, a designated military official. The application generally must be submitted in the consular district where the child was born. |
| Where to send it | Make an appointment with the U.S. embassy or consulate (or contact the consular agency or designated military official) and bring the unsigned form and your original documents. Check your embassy or consulate page for its appointment steps. |
| Deadline | The CRBA application must be filed before the child's 18th birthday. |
| Fee | $100 for the application, under the Department of State fee schedule (22 CFR 22.1). If you choose mail delivery you also pay the mailing costs. |
| Official links | Official page · Official PDF |
How to fill out Form DS-2029, line by line
| Section A, item 1 | Information about the child Enter the child's full name exactly as on the local birth certificate, sex, date of birth and city and country of birth. If the name differs from the birth certificate, a signed, witnessed and notarized affidavit explaining why is needed. |
| Section A, items 2a to 3g | Information about each parent For each parent give the name as on their passport or ID, all previous legal names, sex, date and place of birth, whether they were a U.S. citizen or non-citizen national when the child was born, and current address, phone and email. |
| Section A, items 2h and 3h | Marital status of the parents One answer for both parents: were the biological parents married to each other when the child was born. Give the date and place of marriage and whether it is still in effect, divorced or ended by death. |
| Section A, items 2i and 3i | Other marriages List any other marriages with spouse name, dates and how they ended. Enter None if never married. |
| Section A, items 2j and 3j | Time spent in the United States List all periods each parent was physically present in the United States, with place and from and to dates. Month and year is acceptable if exact dates are unknown, but you may be asked for exact dates. Use the Section E continuation sheet if needed. |
| Section A, items 2k and 3k | Periods abroad with U.S. government or qualifying organizations List time abroad in the U.S. Armed Forces, other U.S. government employment, a qualifying international organization, or as a dependent child of such a person. Bring official documents of that service. |
| Section A, items 4 and 5 | Delivery method and mailing address Choose pick-up or mail. If mail, you may be asked for a prepaid self-addressed envelope. Add a mailing address if it differs from your physical address. |
| Sections B and C | Oaths and signatures Section B applies only to a U.S. citizen father of a child born out of wedlock. Section C is signed by everyone providing information. Do not sign either section until you are in front of the official administering the oath. |
Common mistakes to avoid
- Signing the form before the appointment. Sections B and C must be signed in front of the consular officer or other official.
- Bringing photocopies or notarized copies. The form says only originals or copies certified by the custodian of the record are accepted.
- Writing a child's name that does not match the local birth certificate without a notarized affidavit explaining the difference.
- Listing too few periods of U.S. physical presence for the transmitting parent. Be as complete as you can and bring evidence such as school, employment or tax records.
- Leaving out earlier marriages or not bringing divorce decrees or death certificates that ended them.
- Waiting until the child is 18 or older. A CRBA can only be issued if the application is filed before the 18th birthday.
- Treating the CRBA as a travel document. It is proof of citizenship, but the child still needs a passport to travel.
Questions about Form DS-2029
What if the U.S. citizen parent cannot come to the appointment?
That parent may complete Form DS-5507, Affidavit of Parentage, Physical Presence and Support, and submit it separately. The parent filling in the DS-2029 then checks the box saying the DS-5507 is attached.
How much does a CRBA cost?
The Department of State fee is $100. If you want the CRBA mailed, you also pay the mailing cost.
Where is the CRBA printed?
After approval, the CRBA is printed in the United States and mailed to the address you give, or held for pick-up at the embassy, consulate or consular agency if you choose that.
What documents do I need?
The child's birth certificate, proof of the parents' U.S. citizenship and identity, evidence of the U.S. citizen parent's physical presence or residence in the United States before the birth, the parents' marriage certificate if any, and proof that earlier marriages ended.
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Checked against the official sources on 2026-10-25. PDF Editor Hub is not affiliated with the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs or any government agency. This page is general information, not legal or tax advice.