Passport Office Near Sanford
Visit the Orlando Passport Office
Call for an appointment at 47 E Robinson St, Suite 253, Orlando, FL to review consent, relationship documents, and evidence before the required witnessing step.
Child Passport Expedited
Service Sanford
Fast. Reliable. Passport services for International Travel.
Nearby Office and Online Support
Call 1-800-209-4565
An in-person child passport application is required when →
- The applicant is under age 16
- A child needs a first passport or a replacement passport
- Both parents or guardians must document consent
- The child must appear at acceptance facility.
What to Prepare for a Child Passport
Bring or submit the exact documents required for the filing path. Missing evidence can delay the process. Need a copy of your child's birth certificate? Order one through VitalChek.com.
Child Passport Preparation Checklist
- Child Passport Application: Complete and print Form DS-11 for the child on single-sided paper. Do not sign it until a passport acceptance agent asks you to.
- Citizenship & Parental Relationship: Bring the child's original or certified physical citizenship evidence and a photocopy, plus documentation showing each parent or guardian's legal relationship when the citizenship record does not do so.
- Parent or Guardian Identification: Each applying parent or guardian must bring a valid physical photo ID and a photocopy of the front and back.
- Consent & In-Person Appearance: The child and both parents or guardians must usually appear together. If anyone cannot attend, bring the required consent or custody documents, such as Form DS-3053 when applicable.
- Photo, Fees & Travel Plans: Bring one current color photo of the child, required government and facility fees, and travel documentation showing departure within your selected The Passport Office service timeframe.
How to Apply for a Passport in 3 Easy Steps
The exact requirements vary by application type, but every applicant benefits from a careful review and a clear submission plan.
Apply Online
Start the application online and confirm which parents or guardians need to appear with the child.
Gather Required Documents
Collect the child's citizenship evidence, relationship documents, parent identification, consent, and passport photo.
Appear Together and Submit
Appear together at an acceptance facility for the required DS-11 witnessing, then send the sealed envelope to our office for processing.
Passport Processing Times by Travel Date
We match you to the fastest option for your travel date.
- Routine Service follows the standard government processing timeline. Form DS-11 applicants apply in person at an acceptance facility; eligible Form DS-82 renewals apply by mail or online.
- Our services are limited to travelers who need expedited service.
- Expedited Service is for anyone traveling within 30 days. Get in touch and we'll match you to the fastest processing speed for your travel date.
- Call 1 (800) 209-4565 or start your application online.
*Turnaround starts once your application is received.
Required Local Witnessing Step
Authorized Acceptance Facilities near Sanford
Every child passport application uses Form DS-11 and requires the child and a parent or guardian to appear together for in-person witnessing at an authorized acceptance facility. Confirm your documents and consent evidence first, then verify a facility's hours and appointment availability before visiting. The facility will seal your documents in an envelope. Send that sealed envelope to our office, and we'll take it from there.
See all five nearby acceptance facilities →Seminole County Clerk Of The Circuit Court And Comptroller
1750 E Lake Mary Blvd, Sanford, FL 32773(407) 665-4300
USPS Debary Post Office
133 S Charles Richard Beall Blvd, Debary, FL 32713(386) 668-5468
Frequently Asked Questions
Review the most common planning questions. Give us a call for any additional questions you may have! +1 800 209-4565
Does the child need to appear?
Yes. The child must appear in person for a child passport application.
Must both parents attend?
Both parents or guardians generally appear unless the applying parent brings the accepted consent or special-circumstance documentation.
How can I avoid an unsuccessful family appointment?
Confirm who must appear and check the citizenship, relationship, identification, consent, photocopy, and photo requirements before scheduling.
How do I apply for my child's passport without an office visit?
You can prepare the application online, but the child and the required parent or guardian must still appear together at an authorized acceptance facility. This mandatory in-person witnessing step protects the child and verifies identity, parental consent, and supporting documents before submission.
How much does passport service cost?
Current options and pricing appear after you select an application through Apply Online. You may also call before scheduling an appointment.
Start Your Child's Passport Today
Call for a face-to-face appointment or Apply Online to confirm the required documents, compare expedited options, and receive the applicable submission instructions.