While cash is the most immediate form of payment and accepted everywhere (in fact preferred in a number of cases), credit cards and traveller's checks can be an alternative. But there are pitfalls.
Passports issued to children under age 16 are valid for 5 years. Children under 16 must renew their passports in person and follow the same guidelines as when the passport was first issued, including being accompanied by parents or guardians. Two current passport-sized photos must be included with the application.
To apply for a new passport for your child, you and your child will need to appear in person at a passport acceptance agency.Click here to find the passport acceptance office nearest you. You can also call 1-800-275-8777 for the location nearest you.BOTH parents should appear in person.Please note: passports issued to children under the age of 16 are valid for 5 years only and if your child has an expired passport, it cannot be renewed and a new passport must be secured.).