Passport Application Checklist

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One checklist per applicant.

Type of Passport (Check One)

  • Adult - First Time (16 years of age and older)
  • Adult - Passport Expired MORE than 5 years ago or lost 
  • Child to Adult Renewal (Maximum age 15 when passport was last issued.)
  • Child - First Time (Age 15 and under)
  • Child Renewal (Age 15 and under)

Application Form (Check One)

  • First Time (DS-11)
  • Adult Renewal - Passport MUST be expired more than 5 years ago or lost (DS-11)
  • Child Renewal - Maximum age 15 when previous passport was last issued (DS-11)

Completed Application Form (Check All)

  • Typed or printed legibly in black ink only
  • No scratch-outs, white-outs, or alterations
  • Do NOT sign until instructed by Passport Agent 

Proof of Citizenship (Check All)

  • Certified birth certificate OR previous U.S. passport OR naturalization certificate OR certificate of citizenship
  • Expired or valid passport (if applicable)
  • Certified copies of supporting documents (if applicable)

Proof of Identity (Check All)

  • Valid government-issued photo ID (driver’s license, military ID, or valid passport)
  • Photocopy of front and back of ID

Passport Photo (Check All)

We offer passport photo services.

  • One recent color photo (2x2 inches, taken within the last 6 months)
  • Meets official passport photo requirements (white background, no glasses, neutral expression, no headgear unless for religious purposes)

Payment (Check All)

  • Application fee paid by check or money order payable to: U.S. Department of State (No cash or credit card accepted)
  • Checks/money orders must:
    • Match in words and numbers (Example: One hundred thirty dollars = $130.00)
    • Include the correct date and year
    • Be less than 60 days old
    • Be signed by payer
  • Execution fee paid by cash, credit/debit card, or check/money order payable to: PBC Clerk of Court

Children (If Applicable - Check All)

  • Either both parents must be present, or a parental consent form must be provided along with copies of the front and back of the absent parent’s identification
  • For corrections/name changes:
    • DS-5504 form
    • Certified supporting documents
  • All children must be present 

Final Review (Check All)

  • All supporting documents are originals or certified copies
  • No laminated documents
  • All fields are complete and legible