do i need a parent consent form to renew child's passport
1 Notarized Parental Consent, Form DS-3053, for each parent not present at the time of application; If neither parent is present, a notarized statement signed by both parents authorizing a third party to renew the childâs passport must be presented to the Consulate;2  Facial development photos.hould one parent have sole legal authority to apply for a minor passport, a court order granting sole custody to the applying parent or a certified copy of the other parentâs death certificate must be presented at the time of application.