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In addition, we recommend you also apply for a U. S. passport for your child.  \nPlease complete the required forms. Once you have completed these forms, please email [KuwaitACS@State.gov](KuwaitACS@State.gov) with your completed DS-2029 (CRBA application), DS-11 (passport application), and a valid local telephone number. Only after we receive your completed forms will your appointment be scheduled via email or telephone.  \nI. Required Forms (complete but do not sign):  \n☐ Application for Consular Report of Birth Abroad DS-2029 .  \n☐ Complete your child’s passport application form online using Passport Wizard; this must be printed and brought with you to your appointment(single-sided only with barcode on upper left corner) . Passport Wizard requires a social security number; please, enter zeros (000-00-0000) when prompted to proceed.  \n☐ Submit a color photo, taken in last 6 months. Passport photo – Sized 2″ x 2″(or 5 cm x 5 cm) with a white background, directly facing the camera.  \n☐ Proof of physical presence or residence in the United States. See section III below.  \nII. Evidence of Parentage and Nationality:  \n☐ Child’s original Kuwait birth certificate and English translation and one photocopy of each.  \n☐ Parents’ passports and two photocopies of the biographic data pages for each parent.  \n☐ Parents’ marriage certificate (plus English translation, if needed) and one photocopy.  \nIII. If one of these applies, you will need the following additional documentation:  \n☐ One U. S. citizen parent: Please submit evidence showing that the U. S. citizen parent was physically present in the United States for a minimum of five years in the United States, at least two of which were after the age of  \n14. Examples can include, but are not limited to original school transcripts, Previous W-2’s (do not include W- 2’s for overseas employment) and military service records (DD-214) .  \n☐ Both parents are U. S. citizens: Evidence that at least one parent actually resided in the United States at anytime.  \n☐ One or both parents were previously married: Please submit evidence showing legal termination through death or divorce of all previous marriages. Provide original death or divorce certificates (plus English translation, if needed) and one photocopy of each.  \nBoth parents and the child are required to appear in person at the Embassy atthe time of the interview.  \nFees must be paid when the applications are submitted: $100 for the CRBA and $135 (or KD equivalent) payable in cash or credit (K-Net is not accepted) .  \nSincerely,  \nConsular Section","cbCaisnkOZnnc75h","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaisnkOZnnc75h","pdf",140793,"English","# Required Forms\n## Evidence of Parentage and Nationality\n## Additional Documentation and Fees","[{\"question\":\"Which forms must be completed for the CRBA and a child’s U.S. passport?\",\"answer\":\"Complete DS-2029 for the Consular Report of Birth Abroad and DS-11 for the passport application. 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