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Does my birth certificate need to be an original or a certified copy?

 

The Department of Homeland Security, Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) recommends that, where possible, an original or a certified copy of your birth certificate be presented. However, under certain circumstances, for example, if you have sent the original in for a passport application, a copy may be accepted.

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• Does Maine offer an Enhanced Drivers License (EDL)?
• How do I find out about the immigration status for myself or a family member?
• What documents are accepted for entry into the United States via land or sea by U.S. and Canadian citizens?
• What is required for U.S. and Canadian children to cross the border?
• Will boaters with an I-68 registration need a passport?
• What happens if I don’t have any documents when I cross the border at a land or sea port of entry?
• Does my birth certificate need to be an original or a certified copy?
• How do Border Crossing requirements affect Native Americans?
• What is a Passport Card?
• What is an enhanced driver’s license?
• How do I apply for a passport or passport card?
• How do I find out about passport and ID requirements for traveling outside the United States?
• How can I make sure my school group or sports team can cross the border?
• What is the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative?
• How is the United States working with Canada and Mexico to further the Travel Initiative?
• How do new Border Crossing requirements affect passengers going on cruises ?
• How are ferries and small boats (pleasure vessels) affected by new Border Crossing procedures?
• How do new Border Crossing requirements affect first Responders or medical emergency situations?
• Where can I go to obtain a birth certificate?
• What are the NEXUS, SENTRI and FAST programs?

 

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• US Department of Homeland Security
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