CRBA Checklist: Proof of Citizenship - Are photocopies really necessary?

[TIBERIUS REX 0]

Hello all! I have a question concerning the my CRBA application. On the CRBA checklist provided on the US Embassy Manila website, under the PROOF OF IDENTITY AND PROOF OF CITIZENSHIP, it says "US Citizen parents must present his/her current and expired US passports and a photocopy of each passport and each page (notarized)."

Are the notarized copies necessary even if I'm providing all my original passports? The embassy is charging $50 for each notary.

What's your experience? Any help is appreciated!

[Peachesjae 4]

Yes it is necessary. We submitted un notarized photocopy before and it was not accepted

[TIBERIUS REX 0]

Yes it is necessary. We submitted un notarized photocopy before and it was not accepted

Thank you for the reply. I'm trying to nit-pick my package as much as possible since I'm located in Japan and my fiance and newborn are in the Philippines. I guess I'll be heading to the US Embassy in Tokyo to get the copies notarized!