Proof of Identity Instructions

You may prove your identity with any one of these, if you are recognizable:

• Previous U.S. passport
• Naturalization Certificate
• Certificate of Citizenship
• 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:

1. Some form of signature ID, and
   (Ex: Social Security card, credit card, bank card or library card)
2. 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, AND
   - Have valid ID.
   - Fill out a Form DSP-71 in front of the passport agent.

If applying for your child who is under age 13:

As a parent or legal guardian you may apply for your child. Normally, your child need not appear in person. However, passport agents reserve the right to require appearance of your child.

• You must show current, valid ID.
• If you are NOT a U.S. citizen, you must show an alien registration card ("green card"), valid foreign passport, other ID such as a driver's license.
• If you do not have acceptable ID, someone with current, valid ID must vouch for you as described above.

If applying for your minor child age 13 to 17:

• Your child MUST appear in person.
• For security reasons, parental consent may be requested.
• If your child does not have identification of his/her own, you need to accompany your child, present identification and co-sign the application