I don’t have my birth certificate from my home country. What alternate documents will U.S. immigration officials accept for birth documentation for my green card case?

Answer

The U.S. Department of State’s visa reciprocity schedule lists civil documents, such as birth and marriage certificates, that are acceptable alternative documents based on one’s country of birth. (26.Nov.2024)

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