To apply for a passport, you need to follow certain requirements. Here is a list of what you need to apply for a passport:

• Proof of citizenship: You must provide an original or certified physical copy of your U.S. citizenship document. A certified copy is any document that has the seal or stamp of the official issuing authority. Acceptable documents include a U.S. birth certificate, a Consular Report of Birth Abroad, a Certification of Birth, a Naturalization Certificate, or a Certificate of Citizenship.

• Photo identification: You must provide an acceptable photo ID, such as a valid drivers license, a government employee ID, or a military ID.

• Passport photo: You must provide a passport photo that meets the requirements set by the U.S. Department of State. The photo must be in color, 2x2 inches in size, and taken within the last six months.

• Fees: You must pay the appropriate fees for passport services. The fees vary depending on the type of passport and the processing time.

• Parental awareness: If you are 16 or 17 years old, you must show that at least one legal parent or legal guardian is aware that you are applying for a passport. You (or your parent/guardian) must present an acceptable ID to the acceptance agent.

• Photocopy of documents: You must provide a photocopy of both your citizenship document and your photo ID.

It is important to note that you must apply for a passport in person at a passport acceptance facility. You cannot apply for a passport online or by mail, except for renewing an adult passport by mail if you meet certain requirements.