Documents required for Child/Minor Passport

Please follow these steps for the Online Government Passport Application Form DS-11

1. Fill out the form online and print two single-sided copies.
2. Note that hand-written forms will not be accepted.
3. Make sure that the bar codes, labeled (DS-11 B), are present at the bottom right corner of both the first and second pages.
4. Please provide (2) copies.

To create a suitable passport photo, following measures should be taken in account.

1. Color photo, size: 2 x 2 inches with White background
2. Photo should be professionally taken and not old than 6 months.
3. No uniforms, headgear, or white shirts.
4. No Eyeglasses when taking photo.

Examples of photos attached for clarification.

1. Submit either an original or a certified U.S. Birth Certificate featuring a raised or embossed seal, including the names of both parents.
2. An Original Naturalization Certificate can also be used.
3. Provide a Marriage Certificate or Divorce Decree if there has been a change in the parent’s Last Name.
4. Any passport the minor child currently holds or that has recently expired needs to be included with the application.

1. Include a copy (front and back) of a valid ID, issued more than 6 months ago. Make sure the copies are very clear and readable.
2. Acceptable IDs include Driver’s License, State ID, Military ID, or any Government-issued ID.
3. Paper IDs, Learner’s Permits, and temporary licenses are not accepted.

The US Department of State will only accept checks or money orders written out properly.

1. Make the check payable to the “US Department of State.” Please write as written.
2. For minors under the age of 15 or younger, the government fee is $160 for Passport Book only, or $175 for both Passport Book and Card.
3. For minors aged 16 or 17 years, the government fee is $190 for Passport Book only, or $220 for both Passport Book and Card.
4. Pre-printed name and address required in the upper left-hand corner of the check.
5. Starter or temporary checks are not accepted.
6. Amount should be written in complete form. For example, if you are filling a check amounting $220, the amount should be written as “Two hundred and Twenty and 00/100”
7. Applicant’s full name and date of birth must be written in the memo section of the check or money order.

Example of a properly filled check.

1. Common Proof of Travel includes airline, cruise, and hotel reservations.
   • Electronic airline ticket or email confirmation of the airline ticket.
   • Airline reservation.
   • Travel agency reservation.
2. The travel itinerary and DS-11 application dates should align and feature the applicant’s name.
3. Print two(2) copies of the itinerary.

1. Should one parent or guardian be unable to be present at the Passport Acceptance Agency, they must fill out and notarize the Statement of Consent Form DS-3053.
2. Click the button below to download Consent Form DS-3053 form.

The Letter of Authorization permits passport hand couriers to represent you in submitting your passport application.

• The United States Passport Agency mandates your signature on this letter to release your new or updated passport.
• Print the letter and fill it out by hand using a blue pen.
• Ensure the form is completed neatly and avoid using a marker for filling out the letter.