

Also, you must bring a photocopy of the driver’s license or other photo I.D.

If you have an out-of-state I.D., you will need a second photo I.D. state-issued identification card, Military I.D. Naturalization Certificate issued within the last year.Īdults may show a current, valid U.S. (front and back of I.D., one-sided) that you are presenting as proof of identity: You must bring a photocopy of the driver’s license or other photo I.D. Picture Identification AND a photocopy of the ID The City provides passport photo services at $15.00 per applicant.ģ. No glasses of any type or non-religious headwear may be worn. The photograph should be taken in normal street attire-Uniforms, or clothing that looks like a uniform, cannot be worn in the photo. Photo must be in color, 2” x 2” in size with a white or off-white background, taken within the last six months. If you wish to have a copy for your records, please make it before you come. Please note: we will send in the original/certified copies of all documents required to prove your citizenship.

PASSPORT APPLICANTS BORN IN CALIFORNIA MUST SUBMIT LONG-FORM PHOTO REPRODUCTION CERTIFIED COPIES OF BIRTH RECORDS. Please note: CALIFORNIA BIRTH ABSTRACTS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE. For more information, visit the Orange County Clerk-Recorder website. Applicants under 16 years of age, using a previous passport or Certificate of Citizenship must also provide the certified birth certificate to prove the parental relationship.Ĭertified birth certificates may be obtained through the South County Branch Office of the Orange County Clerk-Recorder’s office located in Laguna Hills. Photocopies of these documents are not acceptable. Certified copy of the applicant’s birth certificate, or However, it is recommended at least one parent accompany the applicant for parental awareness.ġ. Applicants 16 - 17 years old can apply on their own if they have a valid government-issued identification such as a Driver’s License or Identification Card.If one parent is absent, the applying parent must present a notarized consent document, or court document proving sole custody, or a death certificate. It is mandatory that applicants, under the age of 16, appear with both parents or legal guardians.Do not sign the application until requested to do so.Appear in person and complete a passport application (Form DS-11) using black ink.If you are a first-time applicant or your previous passport was issued more than 15 years ago, you MUST: Requirements for Obtaining a Passport Book If you do not meet these qualifications, you will need to complete a first-time passport application, Form DS-11, apply in person and present the required documentation. We are prohibited by the State Department to process routine renewals. Use Form DS-82 and follow the instructions. Such head coverings must be of one colour and an even shade.If you are renewing a passport that was issued less than 15 years ago, and you were at least 16 years of age at the time the passport was issued, you must renew by mail. No, applicants can only wear head coverings for reasons of religion or belief, or if they have suffered hair loss due to medical treatment and wish to cover their head on the photo. Yes, applicants may decide themselves whether or not to wear glasses in the photo. Yes, but not too long: eyes and face must be fully visible. What is/isn’t allowed? Photos for passports, identity cards and driving licences: what is/isn’t allowed Item If it has any doubts, the organisation issuing the travel document or identity document has the right to ask you to provide a medical certificate as proof. You may not be able to comply with all the requirements for physical or medical reasons.

Exception for physical or medical reasons
