When applying for a child's passport, under the age of 16 both parents must come in with the child if both are listed on the birth certificate. Know what documents a child needs to travel to or from the U.S. All children, including infants, must have their own travel documents.Find out if you're eligible 2. Form of payment: Credit or Debit Card. The North Dade, South Dade and West Kendall Regional Libraries are official Passport Application Acceptance Facilities for the US Department of State. Even if it's relatively easy to leave the United States with your child, you'll need to prove parental approval for the country you're visiting. Our form wizard will help you and your family know what passport form(s) to use. Find out if you're eligible 2. Generally, a divorced mother must generally obtain written permission from the child's father before taking the child out of the country. You may apply for Certifications of birth in person at any of our locations.