Acquiring Nationality Through Descent

Acquiring Nationality Through Descent

Details:

  • Maximum of two mistakes – no liquid paper allow – a line must be drawn through the mistake and initials placed next to the mistake.
  • Parent’s Signature must be as on the ID provided.
  • The justice of the Peace must sign and date application form.
  • If the birth certificate is not in English, an original translation is required.
  • Names on Birth Certificates/Passport/Other IDs must be spelt correctly.
  • Original documents must be provided and all copies certified.
  • Status of Application – a query can made 6 weeks after submission.

Requirements

  • Filled out DINS-N1 application form
  • One copy of Birth Certificate of Subject which clearly identifies parents
  • One copy of Birth Certificate, Passport or document establishing Belizean Nationality of parent/grandparent/husband through whom the claim is being made.
  • Declaration overleaf affirming the relationship and witnesses by a Justice of the Peace ($1.50 in stamps must be affixed).
  • Three (3) photographs.
  • Medical Examination Certificate Form.
  • Payment in cash.
  • Marriage Certificate (if married).

Contact Information

Nationality Section
Tel: (828) 4559 / (828) 5228
Email: nationality@ins.gov.bz

Step By Step

  1. Gather and take all required items to the nationality station.
  2. Wait the process duration.
  3. Return to the nationality station to retrieve items.