Proof of Parent-Child Relationship

Proof of parent-child relationship can be demonstrated by the following only. Japanese family registers (Koseki) and foreign birth documents are not acceptable.

Note: all documents must be original - no photocopies.

• Minor's U.S. birth certificate with both parents' names
  (Hospital birth certificates are not acceptable.)
• Minor's Consular report of Birth Abroad
• Adoption decree with adopting parents' names *
• Court order establishing custody *
• Court order establishing guardianship *
  

* All foreign documents must be accompanied by an English translation (formal or informal).

To obtain vital records, please click here.