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.
1 An estimate of the total cost of a new passport for your child/children can be obtained using the Estimate Your Costs calculator. 2  According to Family Vacation Critic, a website that features reviews of family-friendly hotels, resorts, destinations and attractions, the application fee for children below 16 is $80. The passports are valid for 5 years until the age of 16, at which time a new passport will be required. 2  The requirements needed when applying for a minor passport are as follows: evidence of citizenship, photo identification, parental consent, passport photo, application forms, and passport fees.