Reports of Birth
Documenting a U.S. Citizen Child Born Abroad
Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA)
Hours of operation for CRBAs
Applications: BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Click here to book a CRBA appointment
For applications, forms and detailed CRBA information, please click here.
The Consulate is closed on all American and Mexican holidays.
A child born abroad to U.S. citizen parent(s) usually acquires U.S. citizenship at birth.
In addition to the application form, the parent(s) will need to provide an original certified birth certificate for the child; proof of the parent(s)' U.S. citizenship, such as a previous U.S. passport, a Naturalization Certificate, or a certified long-form U.S. birth certificate or Consular Report of Birth Abroad along with a photo identification; the parents' marriage certificate, if applicable; medical records from the hospital or clinic from before and during the birth of the child; proof of parents’ entry into Mexico; and proof of the U.S. citizen parent(s)' physical presence in the United States prior to the birth of the child, such as school transcripts, tax returns, W-2 forms, employment records, or other documentation.
Additional information on acquisition of U.S. Citizenship and CRBA requirements are available on the Internet at http://travel.state.gov, or you can contact the Consulate directly during business hours. Information on dual nationality is also available on the Internet.
Alternate method for applicants near Piedras Negras and Ciudad Acuña, Coahuila
Rather than beginning the application process at the Consulate, you may obtain the application and have your documents reviewed at the Consular Agencies in Piedras Negras and Ciudad Acuña.
Important Informaiton
The U.S. Citizen parents and the child must be present at the time of application. Consular personnel require both parents to appear.
Documents submitted must be originals or certified copies.
One photocopy is needed of documents you bring, as indicated in the application packet. If you don't attach photocopies, a $1.00 USD fee will be charged for each copy made.