Membership
The Tribal Clerk's office is responsible for managing tribal membership.
Procedures for Applying for Membership
In order to become a tribal member, your eligibility for enrollment will be determined upon completion of the application in accordance with the 25% Akwesasne Mohawk blood quantum requirement. A four generation biological family tree must be submitted with the application. Please include tribal enrollment numbers of parents and/or grandparents as proof of membership with the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe. Provide original birth certificate with biological parents' names listed. Canadian births: The long-form birth certificate is required. If married/divorced, provide a copy of marriage certificate or divorce decree, if your name does not match your birth certificate or if you have requested a name change.
A completed application may take up to 6 months to process. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Falsified information will be grounds for denial of enrollment.
Supporting Documents:
- TCR 2007 63 tribal eligibility enrollment and membership determination
- TCR 2018 56 reaffirm membership appeal process under the membership code of the srmt
Those wishing to enroll for the first time can download Membership application (click here).
Membership Application can be submitted by mail or in person at the Tribal Clerks office.
Membership Fees:
A non-refundable fee of $20.00 USD (cash/credit/debit) must be submitted with your membership application.
If you choose to enroll by mail, send a money order addressed to the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe with the membership application and required attachments. Personal checks are not accepted.
Upon acceptance, a certification letter will be mailed to you.
At this time, you may come in to receive your Tribal ID card. If you reside out of the area, Our office will include a Tribal I.D. renewal application to be mailed to obtain your First ID card.
Membership ID Renewal:
Existing members can download Membership Renewal form (click here)
Forms are also available on Tribal Members Portal. Please have your ID card available to login.
Renewal Fee is 10$, elders over the age of 68 are FREE.
Submitting by Email, Please email your completed Membership Renewal forms to larrileeskidders@srmt-nsn.gov.
If submitting by email you may call the finance office at 518-358-2272 ext. 2296 to pay over the phone.
What are the fees for Tribal ID Cards?
· Upon acceptance, the enrollment fee includes your FIRST Tribal ID card.
· Renewing your Tribal ID card after expiration (five years) or a lost card will be $10.
· Cards for enrolled senior members (68 and older) are free of charge.
Genealogical Research
Kahwatsi:re Akwesasne Genealogy and Historical Society - Non-profit, volunteer organization conducts research. Fees depending on type and level of search. Email kahwatsire1@gmail.com to have an application form sent to you. You can visit the website for the genealogy society at https://www.kahwatsire.org/
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long is my Tribal ID card good for? All Tribal cards must be renewed every five years.
- Some of my family mentioned they received mail from the Tribe. Why didn't I? Remember to inform the Tribal Clerk's office when you change address or phone numbers or your marital status changes. You should also notify the Tribal Clerk when a Tribal member passes away or when you have an addition to your family.
- Can I renew my ID card by mail? Yes, contact the Tribal Clerk's office to request the form and instructions.
- What is your mailing address? 71 Margaret Terrance Memorial Drive, Akwesasne, NY 13655