Civil records registration means registering births, marriages and deaths that occurred in the United States with the Russia authorities. Essential for citizens of Russia living abroad whose family events happen in the U.S.
Russia consulates processing civil records
What can be registered?
- Birth registration: children of Russia parents born in the U.S. can be registered as Russia nationals
- Marriage registration: marriages of Russia citizens (or mixed marriages) celebrated in the U.S.
- Death registration: death of Russia nationals in the U.S.
- Divorce registration: U.S. divorce decrees for those married in Russia
Required documents
- Original U.S. vital record (birth/marriage/death certificate)
- Apostille from the Secretary of State of the issuing state
- Certified translation to the official language of Russia
- Passport and ID of the Russia citizens involved
- Application form completed
How to register
Most Russia consulates require an appointment to file civil records. The consulate then forwards the registration to the Russia civil registry office.
Some consulates accept mail-in applications for civil records. Check the official site of your consulate.
Costs and processing times
Registration fees: typically free or $10-$50 per record. Processing time at the consulate: 2-4 weeks; final registration in Russia can take additional months.