Children leaving Russia, paperwork?

[james&olya 1,121]

Hello all. I just noticed the thread relating to this subject but from Ukraine. I have the same question regarding Russia. What paperwork, letter from father, etc is needed for children to be allowed to leave Russia? My fiancee has a 13 y/o son and 2 y/o daughter. The 2 y/o does not have a father listed on the birth certificate. Does this mean no letter is needed? And what do we need for the 13 y/o? Thank you for your advice!

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Hello all. I just noticed the thread relating to this subject but from Ukraine. I have the same question regarding Russia. What paperwork, letter from father, etc is needed for children to be allowed to leave Russia? My fiancee has a 13 y/o son and 2 y/o daughter. The 2 y/o does not have a father listed on the birth certificate. Does this mean no letter is needed? And what do we need for the 13 y/o? Thank you for your advice!

This is on the USCIS website, you should check with Russian Immigration to make sure you know the requirements. This is one you don't want to get wrong and end up dealing with an international child abduction charge, which would be federal crime, and not be able for your fiance to AOS.

U.S. citizen minors who also have Russian citizenship and who are traveling on their Russian passports must have a power-of-attorney, written in Russian, allowing them to travel alone and/or in the company of adults who are not their parents. Such minors will be prevented from entering or leaving Russia if they cannot present such a power-of-attorney.

In an effort to prevent international child abduction, many governments have initiated special procedures at entry/exit points. These often include requiring documentary evidence of relationship and permission for the child’s travel from the parent(s) or legal guardian if not present. Having such documentation on hand, even if not legally required, may facilitate entry/departure. For further information, please see the Department of State’s webpage regarding the prevention of international child abduction.

Edited January 15, 2011 by brokenfamily

[james&olya 1,121]

This is on the USCIS website, you should check with Russian Immigration to make sure you know the requirements. This is one you don't want to get wrong and end up dealing with an international child abduction charge, which would be federal crime, and not be able for your fiance to AOS.

U.S. citizen minors who also have Russian citizenship and who are traveling on their Russian passports must have a power-of-attorney, written in Russian, allowing them to travel alone and/or in the company of adults who are not their parents. Such minors will be prevented from entering or leaving Russia if they cannot present such a power-of-attorney.

In an effort to prevent international child abduction, many governments have initiated special procedures at entry/exit points. These often include requiring documentary evidence of relationship and permission for the child’s travel from the parent(s) or legal guardian if not present. Having such documentation on hand, even if not legally required, may facilitate entry/departure. For further information, please see the Department of State’s webpage regarding the prevention of international child abduction.

I looked on uscis but did not find answers for this. Anyone know the details for russia?

[Gary and Alla 3,694]

I looked on uscis but did not find answers for this. Anyone know the details for russia?

Russia, and Ukraine, have an unusual document called a "certificate of no father" If no father is listed on the birth certificate in Ukraine, then this is the needed document. She can get it from ZAGS, the same ministry that handles all the other personal vital records. Not sure if it is needed in Russia but I know some other members will be along to answer.

You can also check the Moscow consulate website. anything required by the Moscow consulate will meet the requirements of Russian law. They have no intent to issue visas and have people stopped while leaving. The consulate coordinates this with Russian authorities. The Kiev consulate website is pretty clear on what is needed.

[james&olya 1,121]

Russia, and Ukraine, have an unusual document called a "certificate of no father" If no father is listed on the birth certificate in Ukraine, then this is the needed document. She can get it from ZAGS, the same ministry that handles all the other personal vital records. Not sure if it is needed in Russia but I know some other members will be along to answer.

You can also check the Moscow consulate website. anything required by the Moscow consulate will meet the requirements of Russian law. They have no intent to issue visas and have people stopped while leaving. The consulate coordinates this with Russian authorities. The Kiev consulate website is pretty clear on what is needed.

Thanks for the info, Gary. I looked on the consulate website but found nothing talking about children and the K1/K2 process relative to the other parent. I guess I will email them.

[Gary and Alla 3,694]

Thanks for the info, Gary. I looked on the consulate website but found nothing talking about children and the K1/K2 process relative to the other parent. I guess I will email them.

The Kiev consulate has always been good about answering questions. Yes, email them. It seems to me there are some members that have K-2 children from Russia and they may chime in.