Primary Evidence of U.S. citizenship include a previous passport or a certified birth certificate from the appropriate state agency, a social security number, the DS-11 application form, all applicable fees, two passport-sized photos and a photocopy of the Primary Evidence of U.S. Citizenship.
When the applicant is under 17, both parents are required to be present and offer photo identification. In addition, proof of relationship must be established through a birth certificate, a court-ordered decree or a Minor's Report of Birth Abroad.
If one parent has sole custody, that parent must present proof in the form of a court order, adoption decree, judicial declaration or death certificate. If one parent is simply unavailable, a notarized Statement of Consent can be obtained and submitted.
If an applicant is under 16, he must apply in person even if he's already had a passport. There are no exceptions.
Expedited services can be obtained by paying an additional fee. The U.S. Department of State recommends that if it is a life -or-death emergency, that you contact the National Passport Information Center (877) 487-2778. They have 24-hour service and can provide assistance with passport issues, travel emergencies and can set up appointments at Regional Passport Agencies.
