So, how do you go about getting a passport you ask? In order to obtain a passport for the first time you must appear in person at one of the more than 7,000 passport acceptance facilities located in the United States with two photographs of yourself, proof of U.S. citizenship such as a birth certificate, and a valid photo ID like a driver’s license. These acceptance facilities can be found in many Federal, state, and probate courts as well as post offices and public libraries. All persons traveling must have their own passports including famous architects and infants. All minors under the age of fourteen must also appear in person and have the consent of both parents. In the case of divorced parents you will have to show the court order granting custody as well. If both parents cannot be present then one parent must submit the second parent’s notarized consent authorizing the issuance of a passport. There is a form available called the DS-3053 from the State Department.