Documents that Must Be Ordered from the Department of State in Washington (e.g. Consular Report of Birth Abroad)
Consular Report of Birth Abroad
A document issued by a U.S. embassy or consulate reflecting the facts of a birth abroad of a child acquiring U.S. citizenship at birth through one or both parents. This record, also known as an FS-240, along with the Certification of Birth, DS-1350, are acceptable as proof of birth and U.S. citizenship for all legal purposes. Requesting certified copies, visit the State Department website.
Report of the Death of an American Citizen
A document issued by a U.S. embassy or consulate reflecting the facts of a death abroad of a U.S. citizen. The document is based upon the local death certificate. Requesting certified copies, visit the State Department website.
Certificate of Witness to Marriage
A document issued by a U.S. embassy or consulate reflecting the facts of a marriage abroad in which at least one party is a U.S. citizen. A consular officer must have attended the ceremony. This accommodation was discontinued in 1985. Requesting certified copies, visit the State Department website.
Certificate of Loss of Nationality
A document issued by a U.S. embassy or consulate reflecting the facts of a loss of nationality abroad. Requesting certified copies, visit the State Department website.
NOTE: Requests must be notarized. This notarial can be done at no charge at the U.S. Embassy or Consulates. Visit the notary information page for details on notarial services.
