Child Passport
Prompt Passport Services
Passport for Children Under 16
All children under age 16 must apply for a passport in person with two parents or guardians.
You cannot renew your child's passport.
Passports for children under age 16 are only valid for 5 years.
Child Passport Submission Date
Reserve your Passport Submission Date.
Emergency passports can only be submitted 14 days or less from your travel date.
28 days or less if a travel visa is required.
Processing usually takes 1-3 business days
1-2 Day return shipping with tracking
We recommend choosing a submission date 6-14 days before travel.
Child Passport Online
In the US, passports for children under the age of 16 are only valid for 5 years. These passports can’t be renewed, so you need to apply for a new one. Getting a child’s passport quickly, however, can be frustrating, especially if you’ve got a foreign trip coming up in a few weeks. Apply for your child’s passport online with Prompt Passport Services. We not only offer quick processing in just a few days, but you can also avail of our fast child passport delivery services in Philadelphia.
Ideally, you need to make an appointment 14 days before your travel date to give ample time for processing. If you require a visa before traveling, then it’s best if your application is submitted at least 28 days before the travel date to account for any unexpected delays. You’re also required to ship all the required documents before the day of your appointment so we can submit the application on your behalf. Once your child’s passport is processed, it’ll be shipped in 1 to 2 days with proper tracking.
All of the documents listed below are required to quickly get a new passport for your child. If you have any questions, call us at 215-397-1135, and we’ll walk you through the process.
Child Passport Emergency Requirements
You need to gather all required items and documents below to apply for an Emergency Child Passport
1) Photocopy of a Parents Valid Drivers' License or State ID front & back
If your ID was issued in the last 6 months or is expired you will need to provide at least 2 additional IDs:
- In-state, fully valid non-driver ID (without photo)
- Learners or Temporary Driver Permit (without image)
- Temporary driver’s license (without image)
- Social Security card
- Voter registration card
- Employee work ID
- Student ID
- Medicare or health card
- Valid Passport Book
2) Evidence of Citizenship - Must provide 1 of the following
- Fully valid, undamaged U.S. Passport (can be expired)
- Original or certified copy of your U.S. birth certificate
- Certificate of Naturalization
3) Passport Fees - 2 Checks or Money orders made payable to the U.S. Department of State
- 1 in the amount of $160.00 payable to the U.S. Department of State for passport
- 1 in the amount of $19.53 payable to the U.S. Department of State for 1-2 day express shipping
- No Starter Checks
4) Passport Photos - CVS, Walgreens, or Post office
- In color
- No glasses
- Taken within the last 6 months
- In front of plain white or off-white background
- Neutral facial expression with both eyes open
- Do not wear a hat or head covering that obscures the head or hairline
5) Travel Itinerary - Print 2 Copies
One copy for the post office the extra copy put on the side for us.
- The applicant’s name must be on the travel document
- Plane ticket
- Flight itinerary
- Plane E-ticket
- Hotel Reservations – Can only be used for driving across the border
- Business Travelers Will need a Letter from the employer on company letterhead stating the reason for emergency travel
6) 2 Letters of Authorization - , Print 2 Copies and Complete
One copy for the post office the extra copy put on the side for us.
- This document gives us permission to submit your passport for you.
- Please print 2 Letters of Authorization and complete them by hand
7) Passport Application - Print 2 copies
One copy for the post office and the extra copy put on the side for us.
- Print 2 copies of your application when completed
- The application must be completed online and printed if you have any questions please call 215-397-1135
- Do not sign the application after printing. It must be signed in front of the Passport acceptance agent at the Post office
- Click here to start filling out your new passport Application
8) Statement of Consent Form
- When one parent/legal guardian is not available at the time the passport is executed at the Post office.
- A completed and notarized DS-3053 consent form will need to be included along with a photocopy of the Drivers’ License front and back.
- Print Statement of Consent Form
If you have any questions or you have gathered all items needed call 215-397-1135 to double-check before your Post office appointment
Frequently Asked Question
Applying for a child passport online is simple. Follow the application instructions on the link here, and provide the required documents. Our online application process is designed to make obtaining a child passport hassle-free and efficient.
With our emergency child passport processing service, you can expect to receive your child’s passport within 5-7 days. This expedited option ensures a swift turnaround time to accommodate urgent travel plans.
No, passport renewal for children under 16 must be done in person with both parents or guardians present. Our online services focus on new passport applications and expedited processing for timely passport delivery.
Passports for children under 16 are valid for 5 years. It’s important to note that renewal is not an option and a new passport application is required for each expiration.
To reserve a passport submission date, follow the instructions mentioned above. Ensure that you choose a date 6-14 days before your travel. Emergency passports can be submitted 14 days or less from your travel date, with processing typically taking 1-3 business days.
