Immigration Guide · República Dominicana
Dominican Birth Certificate Translation: USCIS
Certified translation guide for Dominican Inextensa Birth Certificates for USCIS compliance under 8 CFR 103.2(b)(3). Avoid RFEs.
When filing petitions with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), such as adjustment of status or family-based petitions, your birth certificate serves as primary evidence of identity and lineage. For individuals from the Dominican Republic, USCIS and the U.S. Department of State mandate the submission of the long-form Inextensa Birth Certificate (Acta de Nacimiento Inextensa) issued and legalized by the Junta Central Electoral (JCE). Short-form extracts (extractos) are routinely rejected because they lack complete civil registry data.
USCIS adjudicators require an exhaustive, word-for-word certified translation of the entire document. This standard demands that every element be translated, including JCE authentication stamps, civil registry signatures, validation numbers, and any marginal annotations regarding paternity, legitimation, or name amendments. Omitting marginal notes or institutional seals compromises the evidentiary integrity of the record.
Attempting to self-translate vital records introduces substantial legal vulnerability. Under 8 CFR § 103.2(b)(3), any foreign-language submission must be accompanied by a certified translation executed by a competent third party who attests to its accuracy and completeness. Translating your own documents creates an inherent conflict of interest that frequently leads to a Request for Evidence (RFE) or procedural delays.
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To prevent unnecessary delays or Requests for Evidence (RFEs) from USCIS, we process your certified translation with forensic precision:
| Item | Details | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Page (up to 500 words) | Includes sworn Certificate of Accuracy under 8 CFR § 103.2(b)(3) | $29 USD |
| Optional Notarial Seal | Executed before a Florida Notary Public (for state courts or consulates) | +$15 USD |
| Standard Turnaround | High-resolution PDF ready for immediate myUSCIS upload or print | 24 business hours |
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Official source
Review the applicable federal requirement directly at 8 CFR § 103.2(b)(3) on eCFR .
Fidelis Certified Translations is an independent translation service and is not affiliated with, authorized, or endorsed by USCIS or any U.S. government agency. Final acceptance of any document rests solely with the receiving agency or institution.