Form DS-3053 2026: Statement of Consent for a Child’s U.S. Passport — Complete Guide
Form DS-3053 is the official U.S. Department of State Statement of Consent required when one parent or guardian cannot appear in person for a minor child’s passport application. This complete 2026 guide covers who needs it, when it is required, how to fill it out correctly, notarization rules, the 90-day validity window, sole custody exceptions, and every common mistake that causes delays.