CRBA+First Passport for Minor - Jerusalem

Applying for a Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA) and First Passport for a Minor

To apply for a CRBA and a first-time U.S. passport for your child, please prepare the following before your appointment:

Step 1: Complete These Forms (But Do Not Sign Them Yet)

1. eCRBA (Electronic Consular Report of Birth Abroad)Complete and pay for the eCRBA online via this link: eCRBA PortalNeed help? Read my step-by-step guides:

   • What Is the eCRBA All About?

   • eCRBA – Explained

2. Form DS-11 – Passport Application

3. Form SS-5 – Application for a Social Security Number

4. Social Security Disclaimer LetterA signed statement confirming that your child has not yet been issued a Social Security Number.

Step 2: Gather the Following Documents

Please bring originals and photocopies of each item below. If any documents are not in English, provide a certified translation.

• Child’s birth certificate

• Passport photo of the child

• Parents’ marriage certificate

• Divorce or death certificates from any prior marriages of the parents

• Proof of U.S. citizenship for the U.S.-citizen parent (valid passport or naturalization certificate)

• Foreign passport or ID of the non-U.S.-citizen parent

• Child’s Israeli or other passport, if issued

• Proof of U.S. physical presence of the U.S.-citizen parentExamples: school records, immunization records, tax returns, university/high school transcripts, employment records(More info on the Embassy website)

Step 3: Two-Parent Consent (Required for Minors Under 16)

U.S. law requires both parents or legal guardians to consent to the passport application.

Option A: Both parents attend the appointment with the child.Option B: One parent attends and the other submits a notarized Form DS-3053.

If using Form DS-3053:

• Download here: DS-3053 PDF

• Must be signed in front of a certified notary

• Bring the original notarized form, and a copy of the ID used during notarization

• Bring the same ID in original form to your appointment

Step 4: Parent IDs

Bring valid, government-issued photo ID for each parent:

Accepted forms include:

• Foreign passport

• Driver’s license

• National ID card with photo

• Military ID with photo

➡️ Bring original IDs plus one photocopy of each.(Note: Notarized copies are not accepted.)

Step 5: Courier Payment Confirmation

Before your appointment, you must register and pay for courier service.

1. Visit USTravelDocs - American Citizen Services

2. Create an account

3. Select your service (CRBA/DS-11)

4. Print the appointment confirmation

5. Use your UID number to pay for courier service via BundlePay.io(Free pickup option is also available)

💡 Reminder: This is the new booking site—be sure to create your account ahead of time for faster access when appointment alerts are released.

Day of Your Appointment

⏰ Be on time. The Embassy will not accept late arrivals.

🚗 Parking: Ample street parking is available near the Embassy.

🔒 Security Notice:You may not bring:

• Phones or smartwatches

• Bags, backpacks, briefcases (diaper bags are allowed)

• Weapons or flammable items

• Liquids, sprays, powders, or lip balm

• Water bottles may be allowed if you sip from them at the gate

Storage Lockers: Available on-site free of charge.

Good luck with your appointment!

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