CRBA+First Passport for Minor - Jerusalem
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- Jul 5, 2023
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Updated: May 11
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)
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:
Form DS-11 – Passport Application
Form SS-5 – Application for a Social Security Number
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.
Create an account
Select your service (CRBA/DS-11)
Print the appointment confirmation
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!
I'm here to help with any questions you may have.
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