PROOF OF IDENTITY
http://travel.state.gov/passport/get/first/first_830.html
You may prove your identity with any one of these, if you are recognizable:
- Previous U.S. passport (mutilated, altered, or damaged passports are not acceptable as proof of identity.)
- Naturalization Certificate
- Current, valid
- Driver’s license
- Government ID: city, state or federal
- Military ID: military and dependents
NOTE: Your Social Security Card does NOT prove your identity. If none of these are available, you will need:
- Some signature documents, not acceptable alone as ID
(ex: a combination of documents, such as your Social Security card, credit card, bank card, library card, etc.) AND - A person who can vouch for you. He/she must:
- Have known you for at least 2 years,
- Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident,
- Have valid ID, and
- Fill out a Form DS-71 in the presence of a passport agent.
FOR MINORS UNDER THE AGE OF 16: Each minor child shall appear in person. Both parents or legal guardians must present evidence of identity when they apply for a minor under the age of 16. Read more information on the identity requirements for minors under the age of 16.