First time passport for a u.s citizen child?

Question

Where do I need to go apply to get a passport, Im traveling outside the U.S to Dominican Republic, do I need a passport, or will the birth certificate will do? if not do I need to go to the court?

Answer 1

Yes you need a passport for a child.

You'll need the original (certified) birth certificate, 2 identical pictures (see the application for instructions), BOTH parents and a couple of checks.  The application process takes about 20 minutes, then you'll receive the passport in 2-6 weeks.

Answer 2

Here:

http://travel.state.gov/passport/passpor...

ALL Americans traveling by air outside of the United States are required to present a passport or other valid travel document to enter or re-enter the United States.