Questions, answered.

Yes. DS-10 (Birth Affidavit) is an official State Department form. Secondary evidence is a published, accepted category in 22 CFR § 51.42. We’re walking you through the documented government process — nothing more, nothing less. No loopholes, no workarounds, no theories.

That’s exactly what this process is for. Whether you didn’t register the birth, your state lost the record, the document was destroyed, or you simply can’t get a copy in time — the DS-10 path doesn’t require a birth certificate to exist anywhere.

Yes. Many parents use this path because their state vital records office runs months of delay and they need to travel before then. The DS-10 process runs in parallel — you don’t have to wait for your state’s bureaucracy to catch up.

No. The whole point is the path that doesn’t require state birth registration. If you’ve already registered and just lost the certificate, this isn’t the right product for you — request a replacement from your state’s vital records office instead.

Any age. Younger is generally easier because secondary evidence is fresher. If your child is older, the playbook includes additional evidence strategies for older minors.

Common. Most acceptance agents process maybe one DS-10 case per year, or fewer. We give you the script, the citation to the State Department’s own guidance, and the response strategy for when an agent is unfamiliar. The playbook also helps you find agents who’ve handled cases like yours.

Most rejections are paperwork issues, not eligibility denials. The playbook covers the most common rejection reasons and exactly how to respond. Reapplication with corrected evidence is straightforward.

Not for the passport application itself. Whether you want one is your choice — the playbook includes a bonus module on getting an SSN without a birth certificate if you decide to.

No. An approved DS-10 application results in a normal passport. There’s no special category, no flag, no list. It’s the same passport every other child gets.

The playbook focuses on minors because the secondary evidence requirements are easier when you have fresh records. Adults can use a similar process but with additional documentation. We may release an adult-specific guide in the future.

A US passport satisfies all REAL ID requirements for domestic flights. You don’t need to deal with the DMV at all. This is one of the major advantages of starting with a passport.

Yes. 30-day money-back guarantee. If the playbook doesn’t deliver, you get a full refund — no questions.

We’re piloting a concierge service for families who want hands-on help. Email us if you’re interested in being one of the first.