DOUBLE CITIZENSHIP FOR CHILDREN OF BOLIVIAN PARENTS 

Children born abroad of a Bolivian father and / or mother have the right to obtain Bolivian nationality.

This condition is formalized by registering the children before a Bolivian consular representation. Those interested should present themselves before 1:00 pm to schedule an appointment or by calling 202-232-4827 if you already have all the requirements.

REGISTRATION OF CHILDREN UNTIL 12 YEARS OLD

1. Birth certificate of the minor, original and APOSTILLATED by the corresponding Secretary of State.
2. PRESENCE of the minor at the Consulate at the time of registration.
3. PRESENCE OF PARENTS ESSENTIAL
   • Bolivian parents
     • If both parents are Bolivians, with your current identification document.
   • Foreign Mother or Father
     • The presence of both is ESSENTIAL. 
     • Bolivians: Carrying your Identity Card or Bolivian Passport, not necessarily valid.
     • Foreigners: Carrying your Passport or Identity Document.
4. Translation of the Foreign Birth Certificate. Cost: $ 20

REGISTRATION OF CHILDREN FROM 12 TO 17 YEARS OLD

1. Birth certificate of the minor, original and APOSTILLATED by the corresponding Secretary of State.
2. PRESENCE OF CHILDREN ESSENTIAL
   • Presence of children under 12 to 17 years ESSENTIAL.
   • Bring 3 passport-sized photographs with white background.
3. PRESENCE OF PARENTS
   • Bolivian parents
     • If both parents are Bolivians, with your current identification document.
   • Foreign Mother or Father
     • The presence of both is ESSENTIAL. 
     • Bolivians: Carrying your Identity Card or Bolivian Passport, not necessarily valid.
     • Foreigners: Carrying your Passport or Identity Document.
4. Translation of the Foreign Birth Certificate. Cost: $ 20
5. Administrative procedure corresponding to registration. Cost: $ 15

 REGISTRATION FOR OVER 18 YEARS OLD

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

1. Original Birth Certificate APOSTILLATED by the Secretary of State.
2. Identity document that proves the identity of the holder.
3. Identity card or Passport or original Birth Certificate of the Bolivian mother or father.
4. Identity card or passport or original identity document of the mother or foreign father (if applicable)

• Translation of the Foreign Birth Certificate. Cost: $ 20
• Administrative procedure corresponding to registration. Cost: $ 15

REGISTRATION FOR DUAL CITIZENSHIP FOR MINORS FORM