Obtaining A Bolivian Birth Certificate: A Step-By-Step Guide

To obtain a Bolivian birth certificate, you must first determine whether you are registering a child for dual citizenship, renewing an identity card, or applying for a first-time passport. For dual citizenship, the child's birth certificate must be presented to the Bolivian Consulate, along with the parents' identification documents. For identity card renewal, an updated Bolivian birth certificate is required, along with a previous identity card or passport. For a first-time passport, the presence of the applicant and both parents is necessary, along with an updated Bolivian birth certificate and valid identity cards.

Registration for dual citizenship

Children born abroad to a Bolivian father and/or mother have the right to obtain Bolivian nationality. To formalise this, the child must be registered before a Bolivian consular representation. Both parents must be present, carrying their identity documents or passports. If the parents are not Bolivian, they must bring their passports. The birth certificate of the minor must be presented, apostilled by the corresponding Secretary of State. The presence of the minor is also essential.

For children aged 12 to 17, three passport-sized photographs with a white background must be provided.

For those over 18 years old, the process is requested by the holder of the documents. They must submit their original birth certificate, apostilled by the Secretary of State, their identity document, and their mother's or father's identity card, passport, or original birth certificate. If the mother or father is foreign, they must present their passport or identity document.

Requirements for children under 12

To obtain a Bolivian birth certificate for children under 12, the following requirements must be met:

Presence of the Minor and Parents

The child must be present at the Consulate at the time of registration. It is essential for both parents to be present as well. If both parents are Bolivian, they must carry their current identification documents, such as an identity card or Bolivian passport, which does not need to be valid. If one of the parents is a foreigner, they must carry their passport or identity document.

Birth Certificate

The birth certificate of the minor must be presented in its original form and apostilled by the corresponding Secretary of State. If the birth certificate is in a foreign language, a translation is required, which costs $20.

Registration Fee

The registration fee for minors from 0 to 11 years of age is $70. This covers the legalization of the birth certificate by the Consulate in Bolivia ($50) and the translation of the birth certificate ($20).

It is important to note that these requirements may vary depending on the specific circumstances and the Consulate where the registration is taking place. It is always recommended to contact the Consulate directly for the most up-to-date and accurate information.

Requirements for children 12-17

To obtain a Bolivian birth certificate for children aged 12-17, the following requirements must be met:

• The child's presence is essential.
• The birth certificate of the minor, in its original form and APOSTILLATED by the corresponding Secretary of State, must be provided.
• Three passport-sized photographs with a white background are required.
• If both parents are Bolivian, they must be present and carry their Identity Card or Bolivian Passport, which does not need to be valid.
• If one of the parents is a foreigner, their presence is essential, and they must carry their Passport or Identity Document.
• The administrative procedure corresponding to registration costs $15.

Requirements for adults

To obtain a Bolivian birth certificate for adults, the following requirements must be met:

Registration for over 18-year-olds

The birth registration of persons over 18 years of age with a Bolivian mother or father abroad must be requested by the holder, and they must submit the following documents:

• Original Birth Certificate apostilled by the Secretary of State.
• Identity document that proves the identity of the holder.
• Identity card, passport, or original birth certificate of the Bolivian mother or father.
• Identity card, passport, or original identity document of the foreign mother or father (if applicable).

Renewal of identity card

If you are renewing your identity card, you must present the following:

• Physical presence of the applicant.
• Original and updated Bolivian Birth Certificate as of Management 2007.
• Previous identity card and/or passport in original or photocopies.

The cost for renewal is $20, payable by credit or debit card.

Registration for dual citizenship for minors form

Children born abroad to a Bolivian father and/or mother have the right to obtain Bolivian nationality. To do so, the child must be registered before a Bolivian consular representation. Both parents must be present, carrying their identity documents or passports. If the parents are not Bolivian, they must bring their passports.

Registration of Children Until 12 Years Old

• Birth certificate of the minor, original and apostilled by the corresponding Secretary of State
• Presence of the minor at the Consulate at the time of registration
• Presence of parents is essential

Registration of Children from 12 to 17 Years Old

• Birth certificate of the minor, original and apostilled by the corresponding Secretary of State
• Presence of the minor is essential
• 3 passport-sized photographs with a white background
• Presence of both parents with their identity documents or passports
• If the parents are not Bolivian, they must bring their passports

The administrative procedure for registration costs $15.

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