Application For Passport For Minor In New York
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Passports for Minors The minor must appear in person. Proof of Minor's Relationship to Parents/Guardians for a minor under the age of 16. Parents must present Proof of Identity to establish relationship to minor under the age of 16. Proof of Consent of both parents. Signing the passport application.
Yes, both parents or legal guardians typically need to be present when applying for a passport for a child under the age of 16 in the United States. This requirement is in place to help prevent parental kidnapping and ensure that both parents consent to the issuance of the passport.
If one parent is not available, the non-applying parent must complete the form DS-3053 . This form must be notarized, and the identification that was presented to the notary must be copied, back and front, and included with the form. We require the original of the DS-3053 to adjudicate the passport application.
In the US, a child does not need a SSN to get a passport.
All parents, including all legal guardians, are requested (and may be required) to participate in obtaining passport services for the child and to sign the application form. The other parent(s) and legal guardian(s) may be contacted.
If you have your own current photo ID, you may apply for a passport if you are age 16 or 17. You must show a legal parent or guardian is aware in one of these ways: Parent Applies with You: One of your legal parents or guardians applies with you, and signs Form DS-11. Bring a photocopy of that parent or guardian's ID.
Make An Appointment at a Passport Agency or Center You cannot walk-in.