Situation
My child was born outside the U.S. and I am a citizen
When a parent is a citizen, many families request the child's certificate of citizenship on Form N-600.
What is usually filed
N-600
Families in this situation usually file Form N-600 — Certificate of citizenship for your child.
We prepare it from your answers. We do not decide your case or whether it applies to you.
Filling is free. You pay $249 only when your form is ready. USCIS fees are paid separately.
Start my Certificate of citizenship for your child (N-600)What you will be asked for
- Your child's birth certificate
- Your proof of citizenship
- The parents' marriage certificate, if any
A general list to start gathering. The official USCIS instructions govern.
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