Applicant must provide an original or certified copy of your state issued U.S Long Form Birth Certificate; your original Certificate of Naturalization; or an expired US Passport that is undamaged and in good condition. This document will be returned to you with your passport. For information on how to obtain a certified copy of your birth certificate go to VitalChek or contact the Vital Records department of the county or state you were born in.
- Photocopies are not accepted, only original or certified copies will be accepted
- Certificate of Naturalization- Original PLUS photo copy of both sides is required
- Birth Records are not accepted (these often are small with hand and footprints and are issued by a hospital)
- Applicants born to US Citizens abroad will need to include a Birth Abroad Certificate