Minor Renewal, AKA DS11. The new full guide

Renewing a passport for a minor requires careful preparation, but it’s a straightforward process when you have the right steps. Here’s a quick overview to help you get started:

Key Steps

1. Prepare Required Documents:

   • Child’s current passport

   • Birth certificate (proving parental relationship)

   • Passport photos (meeting U.S. requirements)

   • Both parents’ identification (U.S. passports or valid IDs)

2. Complete the Forms:

   • Form DS-11 (passport application for minors)

   • Parental consent form (if one parent cannot attend)

3. Schedule the Appointment:

   • Visit the American Citizen Services website to create an account and book your appointment.

4. Pay the Fees:

   • Confirm payment options through the embassy or consulate website.

5. Attend the Appointment:

   • Both parents and the child must appear in person unless consent is provided.

   
   
   
   

   By following these steps, you can make the renewal process seamless and stress-free. For additional resources, refer to the official embassy guidelines or visit my blog for further details:

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Full Guide: Renewing a Minor’s Passport

Renewing a minor’s passport can seem complicated, but this step-by-step guide will simplify the process and ensure everything is in order.

Step 1: Gather the Required Documents

You’ll need the following:

• Child’s Current Passport

• Birth Certificate (showing parental relationship)

• Passport Photo (must meet U.S. requirements)

• Both Parents’ Identification (U.S. passports or valid IDs)

• Parental Consent Form (if one parent cannot attend the appointment)

Step 2: Complete Form DS-11

• Use the Passport Wizard to complete Form DS-11.

• Do not pay online. Instead, skip the payment step and select "Print."

Step 3: Schedule the Appointment

• Create an account on the American Citizen Services website and schedule your appointment.

Step 4: Pay the Fees

• Payment for DS-11 (child or first adult): Pay here

• Payment for DS-82 (adult renewal): Pay here

Step 5: Arrange Document Delivery

• Use BundlePay.io for premium document delivery.

Step 6: Attend the Appointment

• Both parents and the child must appear in person unless a consent form is provided for one parent.

• Ensure all documents and forms are ready and properly organized.

By following these steps, you can make the renewal process seamless and stress-free. For additional resources, refer to the official embassy guidelines or visit my blog for further details.