Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

If a women, who is not a U.S. citizen, leaves the country pregnant with an Americans baby, then has them overseas, is the baby still an American citizen and what rights does the father have here in the states?


Asked on 6/04/11, 8:36 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Latangie Williams Law Office of Latangie Williams, P.A.

For the baby to be considered a US citizen, the birth will need to be recorded at a US consulate overseas. Other than that, the father can apply for a certificate of citizenship for the child at a later date (but should be done before the child is 18). For a consultation, call 904-576-2581 or email me at [email protected].

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Answered on 6/28/11, 12:12 pm


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