When is notarial certificate of birth needed again?

[ecwai]

I was wondering when the original notarial certificate of birth (instead of a photocopy) is needed again once the VISA is approved, and if so, about how many are needed.

 

I am in California and I have been checking online on different situation where it might be needed, but there seems to be none.

What are some situations where it is needed again?

 

Some situations I checked that I don't think the notarial certificate of birth is needed:

Marriage Certificate, ID Card, SSN, Permanent Status, Driver's License, Passport.

 

Thanks in advance.

[dnoblett]

There will be a few times once living in the states it may be needed.

 

I believe a photo copy is needed to be attached to adjustment of status I-485. If an interview occurs, the officer may want to look at anything attached to the I-485 that were copies.

 

Best to get two, one for the visa interview and another for future uses,

[Beachey]

We just had to have a friend of my wife get more original copies of my wife's birth certificate. I agree in many cases a copy will work but some professional licensing especially when it involves children require an original certified copy. I think 3 or 4 extra copies is prudent.