Why Do Adolescents Drink, What Are the Risks, and How Can Underage Drinking Be Prevented? Alcohol is the drug of choice among youth. Many young people are experiencing the consequences of drinking too much, at too early an age. As a result, underage drinking is a leading public health problem in this country.
Passports for children under age 16 are good for five years. The bad news is that you'll have to go through pretty much the same process when it's time to renew your child's passport â apply in person, prove your relationship to your child, and so on. So hold on to all your documentation for the next go-round!
There is no minimum age for passport requirement; even babies must have their own for international air travel. All individuals under 16 years of age must apply for passports in person, according to the U.S. Department of State, and be accompanied by both parents or guardians.