When applying for an immigrant visa on behalf of a parent or sibling, U.S. law mandates the submission of the petitioner's original birth certificate to the consular section. This document is essential for confirming the legal relationship between the petitioner and the beneficiary.
For individuals born in the Dominican Republic, the necessary document is referred to as "Acta de Nacimiento Inextensa." Those born outside of this country should consult the reciprocity schedule available on Travel.State.Gov to determine which document they need to submit.
Not presenting the original birth certificate at the visa interview will result in a rescheduling requirement, leading to processing delays. Petitioners are advised to provide this original document to their parent or sibling before the interview to ensure timely processing of their immigrant visa.