Take two photos of head shots only. Various drug stores such as CVS and Walgreens offer passport photos to be taken at their locations. They will must be 2-inches by 2-inches and only of your face. You can not be wearing a hat and should try to avoid wearing glassses. If you must wear glasses they cannot have a tinted lense to them.
Fill out a DS-11 form. The form will require you to write where you are applying for the passport. In Arlington, Texas, you have a few locations from which to choose, including 1301 E. Bardin Road and 1009 Oakwood Lane. The application requires you to fill out your personal information including full name and address along with place of birth. Your parents' information such as full name and place of birth is also required. Do not sign the application until to you arrive at the passport office.
Gather your Social Security card, birth certificate, and a driver's license or ID card. These documents are required along with your application to apply for your passport. If you were not born in the United States, you will need to show proof of citizenship by bringing a certificate of citizenship as well.
Go to your local passport office. In Arlington, Texas, there are about four locations that you can bring your documentation to receive your passport. If you need your passport rushed in less than 14 days, you must go to the Dallas location on 1100 Commerce St. When you are applying for your first time you will need to appear in person. Make sure to bring all of your documentation and photos. Only renewals can be ordered online or by mail.
Pay the fee and sign your application. When you appear in person the clerk will need to witness you signing your application to make it official. The application fee is about $135.
