Top Questions About Passports for Children in Houston
We process all types of passport requests here at Texas Tower. Renewing passports that have expired, helping people get their name changes done due to marriage, divorce, or other life changes are all situations we process here in our Houston location. And one of the most common types of questions we address on a daily basis has to do with passports for children.
Here are some of the most common questions we get.
What are the requirements for a child’s passport?
The child must be from newborn to age 15.
Is it true newborns need a passport?
Yes. Even newborns need a passport in their own name.
What is the soonest departure date for a child’s passport?
Your departure date should be at least 3 days from the day you apply for a child’s passport.
What type of passport would a 16-year old need to apply for?
An individual age 16 and above will need to apply for an adult passport.
How fast can Texas Tower obtain a child’s passport?
Standard time service is 8-12 days and we can expedite the passport to receive in 24-hours.
How will I show proof of identity?
A certified birth certificate will be necessary. If you need one, our office can assist you in obtaining it from anywhere in the United States or Puerto Rico.
Will passport photos be necessary?
Yes you will need two passport-type photos. If you aren’t sure where to get them made, talk to us – we can assist you.
We want to help make travel with your kids as easy as possible, if you need passports for visas for young travelers – call us today 713-874-1420 or write us at info@texastower.net and one of our trained staff will be happy to assist you.