Passports. Thousands of Post Officesâ„¢ accept first-time passport applications for the U.S. Department of State. Most of those locations can also take your passport photo.
It will take up to 6 weeks to receive your passport by mail. Keep in mind that this time frame may vary depending on a number of factors.
If you are traveling within the next two weeks, you may be able to visit the U.S. Passport Office for same-day or next-day processing. Please contact my office for additional assistance. My office is always available to assist you with the issuance or renewal of your passport.
Current Processing Times Routine4 to 6 weeks Expedited 2 to 3 weeks Urgent Must make an appointment and have international travel within 14 calendar days
Expedited Processing: For faster processing, you can choose expedited delivery. Metro Manila applicants can expect to receive their passport within 5 working days, while those outside Metro Manila can receive it within 7 working days.
Steps to Apply Fill Out Form DS-11 and Print It. Get Evidence of U.S. Citizenship (and a photocopy) ... Show Your Relationship to Your Child. Get a Photo ID (and a photocopy) ... Show More Documents (if both parents or guardians cannot apply) ... Provide a Photo. Calculate Fees. Find Location to Apply.
Any parental responsibility orders, other court orders in place, or evidence of agreement should also accompany the passport application. Separated parents both need to be named on the child's passport. If this is not possible, you will need to provide an explanation as to why before issuing the passport.
If your kids are between 8 years old and 17 years old, they typically must have their own booked appointments. You can visit the DFA website to check if they could be eligible at the priority or courtesy lanes at a DFA Consular Office site.
All Canadian children (15 and younger) need their own passport to travel. After turning 16, they need to apply for an adult passport when their child passport expires. You must include all documents supporting the application each time you apply, even if the child previously had a passport.
Getting a New Passport for a Child: You cannot renew a passport for a child under age 16. You must apply again in person using Form DS-11.