Fillable DS-11 Form template to Complete on Mac 2022-2023

Here are the steps that are specific to Santa Clara County (including Palo Alto, etc.) in the SF Bay Area, but the general process will likely be similar elsewhere in the U.S. I just shared these notes with friends so thought others might find them useful:0. At the hospitalCarefully complete birth certificate doc at hospital including both parents' full names (as included in parents' passports). Mention that you will need to expedite getting the birth certificate to get a passport.1. Wait 4-6 weeks[As of April 2023. apparently due to budget cuts, Santa Clara County no longer offers an expedited option -- but I'm keeping the old phone number and info below in case that becomes helpful again to others in the future.]http://www.sccgov.org/sites/rec/...Recent birth certificates are usually available six weeks after the event. If you need a birth certificate earlier than six weeks after the event, you may contact the Santa Clara County Health Department at 408-792-5050.Make sure both parents' correct full names are included.2. Go in person to the Clerk-Recorder's Office to order birth certificate after confirming its availabilityhttp://www.sccgov.org/sites/rec/...Clerk-Recorder’s OfficeEast Wing, First floor70 West Hedding Street (at First Street)San Jose CA 951103. Call to make appt for photo & passport application at post offices. Double check availability of on-site photos & not needing a social security number for baby.Where to Apply for a Passport NationwideMENLO PARK - OAK GROVE POST OFFICE 655 OAK GROVE AVE. MENLO PARK CA 94025 MENLO PARK POST OFFICE 3875 BOHANNON DRIVE MENLO PARK CA 94025 6503232701 0STANFORD BRANCH POST OFFICE 531 LASUEN MALL STANFORD CA 94305 6503214239 2PALO ALTO POST OFFICE 2085 E BAYSHORE RD. PALO ALTO CA 94303 6503211423 3REDWOOD CITY MAIN POST OFFICE 1100 BROADWAY REDWOOD CITY CA 94063 6503684163 34. Complete DS-11 formGet a passport5. Bring to Post Office passport appointment:DS-11 form printoutBirth certificatePhotocopy of birth certificateBoth parents' passportsPhotocopies of both parent's passports (front & back, one-sided copies)CheckbookBoth parents + babyPay for expedited & overnight delivery (see latest time estimates at: Processing Times)[6]. If you need to expedite, then schedule 4 weeks before travel for an appointment 2 weeks out from traveling:San Francisco Passport AgencyMake an appointment 24 hours a day, 7 days a week using our automated appointment system at 1-877-487-2778.9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, Excluding Federal HolidaysSan Francisco Passport Agency95 Hawthorne Street, 5th FloorSan Francisco, CA 94105-3901

Required Documents Needed for a Child's PassportComplete DS-11 Application Form for New PassportProvide (2) Passport Photos.Child Proof of Citizenship (Birth Certificate issued by City, County or State of birth)Evidence of Parental Relationship.Parental Consent (If one parent is applying).Passport Fee.Click Here: passport size photo online

From Change or Correct a PassportName ChangesIf your name has legally changed through marriage, divorce, or a court ordered change of name, you will need to apply for a new passport. The process and cost depend on how long it has been since your passport was issued.If less than one year has passed since your passport was issued:You will not have to pay any passport or processing fees, unless you request Expedited Service.Submit Form DS-5504 by mail with your current passport, your original or certified name change document (no photocopies or notarized copies), and a color passport photo. You may:Use our online guide to fill out and print Form DS-5504; orPrint Form DS-5504 and complete by hand.More than one year has passed since your passport was issued, and you are eligible to use Form DS-82*:Submit Form DS-82 by mail with your current passport,  your original or certified name change document (no photocopies or notarized copies), a color passport photo, and all applicable fees. You may:Use our online guide to fill out and print Form DS-82; orPrint Form DS-82 and complete by hand.More than one year has passed since your passport was issued, and you are not eligible to use Form DS-82*:You must submit Form DS-11 in person at an Acceptance Facility or a Passport Agency, along with your evidence of U.S. citizenship,  your original or certified name change document (no photocopies or notarized copies), a valid ID and photocopy of that ID, a color passport photo, and all applicable fees. You may:Use our online guide to fill out and print Form DS-11; orPrint Form DS-11 and complete by hand.You will not need to provide proof of the name change if your name has changed due to a marriage and you have already been issued an ID in your new name. You must include the details of the marriage in the applicable section on Form DS-11.If you have begun using a different name but cannot legally document the change with a court order, divorce decree, or marriage certificate, then:Submit Form DS-11 in person at an Acceptance Facility or a Passport Agency, along with your evidence of U.S. citizenship, a valid ID and photocopy of that ID, a color passport photo, and all applicable fees. You may:Use our online guide to fill out and print Form DS-11; orPrint Form DS-11 and complete by hand.You must also present a valid ID issued in the name you currently use.You may also need to provide secondary identification evidence that you have been using the name for at least 5 years, if your ID is less than 5 years old.

Take the baby’s pictures (eye open), filled out DS-11 passport application, a birth certificate, the baby itself + its two parents and the applicable fees to one of the US post offices that issue passports (or a US embassy if you’re overseas). Some applications can be completed online (check the link below to see if you’re eligible).U.S. Passports & International TravelPassport Forms

How to Apply1. Fill Out Form DS-112. Provide Evidence of U.S. Citizenship3. Bring a Photocopy of U.S. Citizenship Evidence4. Present ID5. Bring a Photocopy of ID6. Determine any Special Circumstances7. Provide a Photo8. Calculate Fees9. Submit your Completed ApplicationFind out more here: Apply in Person

Yes. One minute on google tells me that the cut-off seems to be 15 years. So you’ll need to apply in person, using the same form as a new applicant: Renew by Mail

Complete form DS-11.Gather proof of your U.S. citizenship. In most cases, this is a birth certificate (original or a certified copy) reflecting your place of birth within the United States.Gather proof of identity, preferably a government-issued photo ID, such as a driver's license.Take your application, proof of citizenship, proof of identity, and your payment to the nearest passport application acceptance facility. If you have any questions about the accepted forms of payment, please contact the facility at which you intend to apply.

No one can submit on any body else’s behalf. It means an applicant acting as X cannot apply on behalf of Y. (except as parent of a minor). One can though help in filling the application with all the details of the applicant.Specifically one cannot specify that s/he is applying on behalf of her/his mother/father/brother etc. The person in whose name the application is made shall have to appear in PSK himself, give own biometerics/picture etc.