Note: Be certain to check with the officer for your country for any additional or specific requirements.
Application form – one signed original for EACH child. NOTE: Some countries may require use of a special application form.
Marriage Certificate (if applicable). May need to be certified copy.
Birth Certificate for EACH child. May need to be certified copy.
Divorce Decree (if applicable). May need to be certified copy.
Evidence of Custodial Right
Example:
- Custody order, or
- Copy of state statute, or
- Affidavit of law regarding presumption of custody order under state law, or
- Article 15 determination by a State court.
Other relevant court documents
Photographs of taking parent and child
Statement regarding the circumstances of removal or detention
Other documents specifically required by receiving country
Example:
- Article 28 statement
- Power of Attorney to foreign Central Authority
Translations (if applicable)
Application for legal assistance (if applicable)