Are you sure that a 16 year old does not need a parent to get a passport?

by Sheryl
(Milwaukee WI, USA)

Question: We have a trip coming up 28February... My son does not have a passport. Is it possible to expedite a passport for my son and if so how?

Answer: While the State Department website does not list the presence of a parent as a requirements, at least one parent needs to appear with a minor age 16 when applying for a passport. A passport can be expedited as fast as the same day by either scheduling an appointment at the Chicago Passport Agency or, if you cannot travel there, employing the assistance of an experienced passport expediting service.

In order to get a new passport, your son needs to submit form DS-11 (unsigned), evidence of citizenship, proof of identity, photocopy of ID, two passport photos and payment of $195 ($60 is for expedited service fee).

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