US Passport for Children Under 16 | Applying for a Passport for Minors (2022 Must Dos!)
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- Learn how to apply for a US passport for children under 16. This video walks through the US passport application process (Form DS-11) step by step. We address how to get a child passport with one parent absent and what general mistakes to avoid. Get a passport for your kids today!
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Everything you need to know about applying for a passport for minors (children under 16). Questions? Let me know below!
Hello. Is it ok to apply for a passport in a state that you don’t live in? My daughters father lives out of state and we were going to visit next year. Can we apply in his home state and have it mailed to us in our home state?
@ Maneesha Mukhi does question 11 about marriage apply to the adult or the child?
Are my children need to come with me?
Hi. To sign the application, do i write my child's name in Applicant's field for signature and then my signature in parent's field? Is my signature enough or there must be also like "By mother"?
The thing that's confusing for me (I'm filling this out for my little daughter born abroad) is that the form is FOR my child, yet it doesn't ask anything about her. All the information is about me. Is that correct? Where do we record her information - at the in-person interview? It doesn't make a lot of sense.
List of documents you need to get children's passports! Original copy of Birth certificate, additional photocopy of birth certificate, custody decree, driver's license, photocopy of front and back. Color photo of child.
Current timelines are 10-13 weeks for Routine; 7 to 9 weeks for Expedited as of March 24, 2023. February 6 to March 23rd are 8-11 weeks for routine; 5 to 7 weeks for Expedited. Before February 6 would be 6 to 9 weeks for routine; 3 to 5 weeks for Expedited. Urgent service is available if you need to travel within the next 14 calendar days or if you have a life or death situation of an immediate family member. Urgent and Life or Death require proof of travel with life or death also requiring proof of life or death (death certificate or even hospital documents and professional translation if not in English.
Keep in mind that it might take up to two weeks for the application and documents to get to the Passport facility.
This was more helpful and detailed than I expected. Very neat video. I appreciate you sharing this with us. Thank you very much.
Timelines are now 8-11 weeks for route; 5-7 weeks for Expedited. This does not include the time it takes for the Passport application to be sent to the State Department from the Acceptance facility. Furthermore, it might take up to two weeks for a passport to be shipped to your location once it has been printed. These are the current timelines if you have applied after 10/2/2023. Before 10/2/2023 refer to my other comment on timelines being 10-13 weeks for Routine; 7-9 for Expedited.
If you need to get it within 2 weeks you can call the state department at around 14 days before travel and call for an urgent appointment. You can also call at 13 before travel too. This should get you an urgent appointment but you must provide proof of travel and since is the minor video both parents need to be there unless one can provide you with a notarized DS-3053. You can also do Life of Death if you have an immediate family member or spouse that has died or is really sick. Life or Death appointments require proof of life or death as well as proof of travel.
Hope this helps.
You did such a great breakdown! Super helpful. I wish our processes didn’t take so long and use outdated methods.
Amazing video, this video cleared my all questions.
You explained each and every topic which I didn't get from website.
Thank You Very Much
This was so helpful. Wish there was a new one about how to get that new passport we need that golden stamp for travel.
This was very helpful, thanks for laying this out!
Thank you for your consiced video, very helpful. I've just came from the post office today February.09/2023 The fee for the 1-2 Day Delivery is $19.53 price went up as of November 2022.
1-2 day shipping only applies for passport books. Passport cards are shipped via first class mail.
also check in your area and see if the city hall or city clerk offer passport services. same process and fees but i find them to me more knowledgeable if you have any questions. in my area i prefer them to the post office if i have a choice.
You are absolutely right - in some areas, you can find public libraries, city clerk and other govt offices that offer passport services. Post offices are the most common, but the State Dept website lets you search by zip code and shows you all your options. Thanks for pointing this out!
Current passports are 7 to 10 weeks for Routine; 3 to 5 weeks for Expedited for applications applied on or after November 6, 2023.
also for minors that became citizens under the child citizenship act of 2000 you can get your passport without getting the citizenship certificate.
Citizenship certificates do have their advantages but mainly if you want to join the military and/or get a security clearance.
That is true!
Is that true? If so i dont need to spend $1100 for that then
I’m a U.S. citizen. My partner is a Philippine national. We have a 2-year-old child. We are not married. We plan to get married in a few years but need the child’s passport for a vacation planned 6 months from now. My partner and child live in the Philippines and I travel to be with them whenever I can. We plan on applying for the child’s US passport in Manila. I think we have all the documentation together for an unmarried couple with a child.
The only question I have is what questions will be asked at the passport appointment. No worries about most questions. But my partner freaks out at the slightest mention of any past relationships I’ve had. As a result, I have not told her I’m divorced (20 years ago, no kids from that marriage, no contact with my ex.) The only thing I fear is a question at the child passport appointment about any previous marriages either partner may have had. Do they ever ask about that at interviews for child passports?
When I was at a passport agency they mainly cared about my travel plans rather than my marital status at the time.
Hi.. could you please share the faster process than the expedited one? Or have you already explained that in another video? If yes, please point me in that direction. Thanks for the detailed instructions along with the attention to the common mistakes.
Hey! Thanks for this video. So I have one question, do parents also need to bring their birth certificates or only the ID or passport?
Just your ID. Your own birth certificate is not needed.
My child in Africa I’m in America he got his American birth certificate now I need his passport how can I get it
@@libazonicyou can use his American birth certificate and your id. Both parents need to be at the appointment but if one has sole custody then only one is needed. Otherwise you need to provide a notarized ds 3053 from the other parent.
@libazonic contact the US Embassy
Great video with some really important information and tips!
Great video. Do you know if applying for 2 children, can you write one check to US Department of State? Also, can you explain in a little more detail how to write "in care of" in the mailing address location?
Under parental information on #11 it asks have you ever been married ? Is that for the parents or for the child? 🤨
Thank you! You saved me soooo much time 💜
Hi Mukhi
I really need your help. I applied for us passport for my both sons. One is 14 years old the oldest 17 and 10 months we I applied on September. Unfortunately the youngest was approved but the oldest still > even I submitted the his birth certificate as requested by them. Sine that time I didn’t heart it from them. Also we I called them no one gives you answer. Please I hope you explication for this case.
Thank you
You have to be more clear. There are 2 parts wish part you need to put your child info and the adult.
Supposed to go on a cruise next year and I’m a single father! We never hear from the mother. Idk what to do to get my daughters passport…😫🤦🏾♂️
You might need to file a DS-5525 but that form is quite hard to be approved. I think the best option is going to court and getting a judgement for a passport and/or sole custody.
In the event that the non-custodial parent is not present, it is necessary for you to submit a DS5525 form.
If you have sole custody then you would not need it.
This was soooo helpful. Thank you!!!
So my children don’t have to have US citizenship to apply for passports?
Once you have Naturalized, then your kids automatically derive citizenship from their parent(s). Read up on INA 320 and the Child Citizenship Act of 2000. You can also apply for their N-600 which is the equivalent of a Naturalization certificate but it is easier and a good idea to get their passports first then the N-600. Passports are quicker to apply and are cheaper than the N-600 which can only be applied once (can be appealed but pricey). This is what the state department says.
Only children residing in the United States are eligible to automatically acquire U.S. citizenship under Section 320 of the Immigration and Nationality Act. If your child automatically acquired U.S. citizenship, you may apply for the child's certificate of citizenship from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) or apply for a U.S. passport. If your child has not obtained a certificate of citizenship, you will need to present the following when applying for your child's U.S. passport:
Proof of the child’s relationship to the U.S. citizen parent. For the biological child of a U.S. citizen, this generally will be a certified copy of the foreign birth certificate (and a translation if the birth certificate is not in English). For an adopted child, you must submit a certified copy of the final adoption decree (and a translation if the decree is not in English);
Proof the child is admitted as a lawful permanent resident, such as the child’s foreign passport with a I-551 stamp, or the child's permanent resident card (green card);
Proof of identity and citizenship of the U.S. citizen parent(s);
Evidence the child is residing in the United States in the legal and physical custody of the U.S. citizen parent;
Completed Form DS-11 and supporting documents.
If your child obtained a certificate of citizenship from USCIS, you must submit it with your child’s passport application as proof of citizenship.
Super helpful video! Thank u so much
Thanks Maneesha. This was helpful.
Nobody seems to explain the confusing part of the 2nd address " if the applicant is a child, write" in care of" of the parent ... what do we do here??
Wondering who is more reliable at getting your birth certificate back, post office or FedEx.
State Department uses untracked first class mail for supporting documents. US birth certificates are easily replaced but I guess the cost of using tracked mail outweighs the benefits of a tracked shipping product such as priority mail. I guess those with naturalization certificates can fill out a form to get reimbursed so they can fill out N-565.
Not sure if someone has asked this but i have an appointment along with 2 of my kids, do i need to provide 3 copies of my ID? (For me, and each kid)
My husband and I went together for my baby's passport. My question is. Sense we sigh up together, do you think that's allow me to travel internacional alone with my baby? Or I need parental permission?
I have my certificate and i want to apply for my son passport he is a green card holder, why do I need to have the legal custody if his send me the DS -3053. My son also waiting for the appointment to get his certificate
thanks for the video. Find it very helpful but only question i have so far is, what should i do if i am not a US resident and I don’t have a bank check or money order (no clue what’s that)
thanks in advance
If you are applying from abroad you can use a card.
Money orders can be paid using cash or debit.
you didn't say where to write the name of the child
If the parents are non US CITIZENS what should the parents get as a proof of identity for a new born child ?
If your child is born in the US you can use a green card, valid in state drivers license, foreign passport, government employee ID, or a trusted traveler card (IE: NEXUS/SENTRI/Global Entry) as some of the options.
Gd afternoon,I would like to Know if one lawyer can sign te consent form with the man to give permit to the dad to do the passport for the child
For the address Line 2 where it indicates to write ‘in care of’. Are we writing in care of the child’s name or our name as parent?
Do you know if I am getting a passport for two children at the same appointment if I should get two money orders for $100 or one money order for $200, or it doesn’t really matter.
Also, I don’t see anywhere where we should bring copies of birth certificates in addition to the originals. It that a local acceptance facility requirement?
I’m new here, I love all your videos ❤
They barely stamp anymore fyi
How soon can we re-apply for a minor passport that's expiring in Aug 2024?
You could re apply now.
I'm renewing my grandkids passport and I'm the guardian on the DS 11 FORM do I have to fill out the parents information?
I'm submitting the application for my son thru a US embassy, Is there a expiration date for the application, as I filled it last year but planning to renew it new month? And after submitting with the presence of boths partners, can one of us pick up the passport from the embassy?
I’m going to apply a US passport for my 4 month baby , my question is, do I need to put my name on the first part of the application or the name of the baby?
Application is for your baby not for yourself.
if you get a U.S. passport for your foreign born child, does the foreign mother automatically get to enter the USA ?
Hi,thanks for sharing this documents I 🤓 this.
Can i just bring my ID and show them or do i have to bring a photo copy of it?
You will need to bring your ID and most places will photocopy it for you. You get to keep your actual ID while the photocopy is sent to the State department.
You mention bringing parent state IDs plus copy. How about parent passports?
Yes 👍🏼 you can bring that too and make copy
Do the photocopies have to be in color or black and white?
Hi
For childern that they they live in another country like europe the process ist the same ?
More or less the same but you would apply at the embassy or consulate. You would use a CRBA, us birth certificate (if born in the US), previous passport or certificate of citizenship to apply for one. If one parent cannot make it then you need to provide a signed and notarized DS-3053.
Do you have any information about the process after the application of special circumstances is submitted?
This was very informative.
Hey Maneesha, I do appreciate the video. Thanks alot. I have a quick question…. what if the notary used a blue ink on the ds 3053 form, will the application be denied?
Thank you for helpful information, but if my child father is in the country that there is no embassy of United stated how to sign form DS-3053
If the parent's name on the birth certificate is your maiden name do you have to leave a certified copy of your marriage license to leave with each child's application?
The DS3053 does it work for both parents ? My sister is in another state and my brother in law however their daughter is with me. Can they both sent their consent and Ids. Will that work? If both parents are absent? Thank you
Submit a Statement of Consent: Form DS-3053 or a notarized statement from both parents or guardians giving that person (example: grandparent) permission to apply for the child.
Include a photocopy of the photo IDs for both parents or guardians.
If the statement is from only one parent or guardian, you must also show proof that that parent or guardian has sole custody of the child.
This is what the state department says if both parents cannot make it.
does the photocopy of parent license and copy of birth certificate need to be in color or black and white ink?
HI, thank you for the video and explanation. I have a question regarding Permanent Address in form DS-11. What should I enter as the Permanent address for my daughter who was born in USA, but permanent address is in India?
If the moms name is the only name on the child's birth certificate, does the other parent still need to provide their consent?
I think that should work fine.
6-8weeks in 2024 in our state.
Thank you. This was great.
Hi, form DS-11 is also requiered when you use form Form DS-3053??? Thanks for all this amazing video!
Yes you need a DS-11 when using DS-3053 as the DS-11 is the form you use to apply for a Passport and has all the applicants information.
Great Video, Thanks a lot !
What documents are needed? Is birth certificate and parents drivers license enough ?
HI, thank you for the video and explanation. I have a question regarding Permanent Address in form DS-11. What should I enter as the Permanent address for my daughter who was born in USA, but permanent address is in India? Our current/ mailing address is in Canada, a home we rent.
can you tell the process for us passport for special child
he cant sign in the form
Would the parents need birth certificates to get children’s passports?
Parents do not normally include their birth certificates but they would need ID. You would need to provide your child's birth certificate, naturalization certificate, certificate of citizenship or CRBA. Though there is also the INA 320 method for derived children of naturalized parents that have not gotten them a certificate of citizenship.
I have kids with expired u.s passport they are in the u.s with their father .. Do i need to sign in the application and notarized because im here in the Philippines
Does the DS3053 need to be the original or can my partner scan it over ? He lives outside the US?
Hello! I have a question do the post office will take kids green cards when we apply for their passport 😊
Very not helpful. I wanted to know the first part is me or for my child ?
You would enter your childs information.
Hi! Your video is great! The only question I have because I wasn't sure is about the same last name. I got married again and changed it. What do I need to do? Their birth certificate has a different name... Thank you!
You use your maiden name in the parents section but I accidentally put in my mom's married name and got one.
What if someone is applying for fee waiver. Does that include the post office option as well?
I believe there are only fee waivers for either military or for natural disasters. No regular fee waiver for those who cannot afford the fees.
Fee waiver would need to be done at the military base.
Do you have to photocopy the back of all the required documents? If so do you print them on a second page. I thought I heard there were no duplex pages allowed.
USPS can do that for you.
what? proof of parenting? U.SA birth, if we are nonbirth in USA?
Thank you for the video, I have one question, we have not received the ssn for my daughter yet, do we need ssn while filling the form or while presenting the documents to post office or it can be skipped? thank you in advance
Just write 0's in the SSN field.
@@michaelhorgan9525 but do they take a photo copy ?
2:50 - do we fill out that page or not? I’m confused. I know we have to wait for the signing.
Thank you for sharing.
Can you just bring either a non US birth certificate or the naturalization certificate?
For a Non US birth certificate that would need to be accompanied by a Naturalization certificate along with other documents proving that the child is in the custody of a US citizen parent(s).
travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/Intercountry-Adoption/adopt_ref/adoption-FAQs/child-citizenship-act-of-2000.html
Only children residing in the United States are eligible to automatically acquire U.S. citizenship under Section 320 of the Immigration and Nationality Act. If your child automatically acquired U.S. citizenship pursuant to this Section, he or she may obtain a certificate of citizenship from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) or apply for a U.S. passport from the U.S. Department of State. If your child has not obtained a certificate of citizenship, you will need to present the following when applying for your child's U.S. passport:
Proof of the child’s relationship to the U.S. citizen parent. For the biological child of a U.S. citizen, this generally will be a certified copy of the foreign birth certificate (and a translation if the birth certificate is not in English). For an adopted child, you must submit a certified copy of the final adoption decree (and a translation if the decree is not in English);
Proof the child is admitted as a lawful permanent resident, such as the child’s foreign passport with a I-551 stamp, or the child's permanent resident card (green card);
Proof of identity and citizenship of the U.S. citizen parent(s);
Evidence the child is residing in the United States in the legal and physical custody of the U.S. citizen parent;
Completed Form DS-11 and supporting documents.
If your child obtained a certificate of citizenship from USCIS, you must submit it with your child’s passport application as proof of citizenship.
Hi …. Can you plz help what shall I do in baby signature section , like do I need to take left thumb or right thumb impression as signature???
On a passport for a child under 16, a parent should print the child's full name on the signature line. The parent should also sign their name next to the printed name of their child, and note their relation to their child (example: mother, father, or guardian).
This is what the State Department says about this particular topic. No you do not need to go over the top by using impressions as those are not accepted.
SO HOW DO YOU FILL THE FORM?
And if the father is not an American citizen and does not live in the USA, can I get my son's passport on my own?
You can if he is over 16 but under 18 or you can get a DS-3053 that is signed and notarized by a local notary in certain countries or at the consulate.
@@michaelhorgan9525 thanks michael! 😊
Very helpful! Keep up the good work!
I have a question. The application says fill out childs last name at parents time of birth....so should we put my wife's maiden name
You would normally use what is on the birth certificate but you can use a more current name if you have proof of name change via court order or amended birth cert. Make sure you write down any previous names and the parental information you would also copy what is on the birth certificate.
Question do I need to bring the kids when applying for the passport?
Yes you do
Hello, and thank you for the video
I'd like to ask on line 21 in form ds11. Do i put yes and lost passport, and i will be ok its for my minors application
If you lose a passport you will need to indicate yes and fill out a ds-64. Only indicate this if you have lost or stolen passport. If you do not have a proof of citizenship documents you can pay an extra $150 for a file search if you fill out a file search form.
Hey maneesha!!! Does the post office have photo services? That way I don’t need the photocopy
Yes they do offer photocopy services.
What if the Mother still on the origin country what need to do
on the page where it says to STOP -- who fills out that information is it the Notary?
Are you talking about the DS-3053. For that form the person who cannot make it has to take it to a notary or consulate and get it signed and notarized.
Can I use my passport as a prove of citizenship for my child passport?
Can I leave notarized copy of the naturalization certificate instead of the original? I understand that it is totally ok to trust US post office but still...
original or a copy obtained via n 565 should be fine.
Hello, my son is 17. He didn't get his permanent green card yet, his I-751 still pending. I got my citizenship last week. Am I still able to apply for his passport ?
Hey its helpful video and i have question like i apply for one of my kid us passport but in application i did mistake mothers name i write after marriage one not the parents birth so what should i do?
I accidentally did that and I got mine. I think the state department can overlook minor errors like that.
Thanks so much, on section 11 "Have you ever been married" is that me (parent) or under 16 Year old I'm filling out form for ??
Section 11 is for your child and you would say no.
Thanks this was helpful
If I want to change my child’s last name as I changed at the time of naturalization, should I change it through court order or just put the name I want on child’s passport application?
For derived citizens you would need a court order as they would want proof of name change. Check with your court and state on how to change your child's name as each state is different.
@@michaelhorgan9525 Thanks a lot
Do I have to write mother and father names and date of birth and place of birth ? I wish u have a video explain second side of the form clearly ? Thank u
I believe the state department is a little lenient on that. Just try to put in as much as you know or find your birth certificate or something like that.
Hello Maneesha, I need your help regarding renew my Son USA passport. He is four and half years old, Since we are in India now, How can I renew this. ?? I am confused which address I have to put in the DS 11 form. It is great if you help me.
Do I need to send documents if I'm going to apply in person?