Apply for a child's first passport
Child passports are for children aged 15 and under. They cost $120 and are valid for 5 years. When a child turns 16, their passport is still valid until it expires or is cancelled.
Passport timeframes:
For current passport processing timeframes, visit the passports website.
Apply for a child’s first passport
If your child is aged 16 or over:
They must apply for their passport as an adult.
You can apply for your child's first passport online.
You need:
- a RealMe login
- your child's details
- an identity referee
- a passport photo
- a device with internet access and a camera
- an emergency contact
- consent from a parent or guardian
- a payment method
- delivery details.
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