The following is a CHECKLIST of the necessary documentation to complete this procedure in the USA. It is reasonably simple and straightforward. (A) Two page "covering letter," signed A letter should be written to your local Congressional Representative to explain some of the details of Taiwan's ’s international legal position and give a brief overview of why you are making this passport application. (B) One page "In regard to ACTS OR CONDITIONS," signed An appropriate Acts or Conditions Form should be typed out and signed. Some of the wording on the Acts or Conditions Form is lined out. This is the format required by the Dept. of State. (C) Photocopies of two items of identification This is the so-called "photo ID" with (English language) signature. The photocopy should show the front and back. Photocopies of two items of identification are required. (D) Photocopy of the data page of your ROC passport, and of the page showing your valid visa. (E) Statement of Historical and Legal Evidence for US Nationality Status (33 pages of text plus a two-page chart, total: 35 pages) (F) Completely filled out DS-11 form, unsigned, with photo attached, and an extra photo included. The DS-11 form is in Acrobat Adobe (pdf) format. You may download the DS-11 form here - http://foia.state.gov/FORMS/Passport/ds0011.pdf These files are given in PDF format which requires the Adobe Acrobat reader. Download Adobe Acrobat here - http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html Important Notes: Item (A) is two pages in length. You should fill it out and sign it. Item (B) is one page in length. You should fill it out and sign it. Item (C) refers to a "photo ID." In the practice of the United States, such an ID has a photo of the bearer, along with his/her signature. Photocopies of two photo IDs are required. Item (D) refers to the applicant’s ROC passport. You should be sure that this passport is signed. A photocopy of the data page(s) is necessary, along with a photocopy of the page showing your valid US visa. Item (E) must be included with your application. This is a 35 page document. Item (F) is the DS-11 application form, which is two pages. You should fill it out but not sign it. Two photos are required. We are happy to provide free email counseling on all aspects of this application, and to help you write Item (A) and Item (B). After those are written, we can inform you where to download Item (E). We suggest that you keep a full set of photocopies of your application and all accompanying documentation. |