Minimum requirements for applying for a U.S. passport are:
- DS-11 form filled out in black ink.
- Social Security # is required on the form.
- Proof of Citizenship - Previous U.S. Passport, Original or certified copy of the long form Birth Certificate.
- Proof of Identification - Driver's License, U.S. Passport, or valid government photo ID.
- Passport photo(s), please do not attach
Also needed are:
- Expired passport
- Check to 'Department of State' for each application
- Check to 'Town of Needham' for execution fee
Please print one-sided forms. The Dept. of State does not accept double-sided applications. (do not sign in advance)
To obtain or renew a passport for a child under the age of 16, both parents must be present (with their photo IDs) along with the child. If 1 parent can not attend, a notarized Statement of Consent Form DS-3053 must be filled out for each child with a copy of the non-applying parent photo ID, (front and back, on the same sheet). The original copy of the child's long form Birth Certificate is required even if a Passport was previously issued.
To obtain or renew a passport for 16 or 17 year old, the applicant will need the minimum requirements listed above plus one parent must be present (with their photo ID).
PLEASE NOTE: If you hold an existing adult passport that was issued in your current name within the past 15 years and after your 16th birthday you must renew by mail using Renewal Form DS-82.