Most applicants who are age 1617 must apply in person using Form DS11. Passports for applicants 16 and older are valid for 10 years.Fill out your form(s) online and print it. All required supporting documents for the form(s). Use if you are applying for the first time, for your child who is under age 16, or you don't meet our requirements to renew your passport. Passport for a Minor Under 16 Years. If a parent cannot be present, a notarized Statement of Consent. Our form wizard will help you and your family know what passport form(s) to use. 1. Proof of Citizenship Original certified birth certificate or naturalization certificate or passport issued over 15 years ago. Kids and teens applying for new US passports through 15 years of age still receive child passports.