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When you request a vital record (e.g. birth, death, marriage, or divorce) from Passport Services, you must submit one of the primary photo IDs below. If you cannot present a primary photo ID, you must present two secondary IDs.
Submit a photocopy of the front and back of each ID that you present when you apply.
If you do not have primary ID from the list above, please submit 2 forms of secondary ID from the list below:
If you do not have a valid ID, someone may make the request on your behalf. The individual making the request must be a family member or friend who has known you for at least five years. The individual must include in the request: