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Available at all courthouse locations for a fee of $10 plus taxPassport Applications
ONLY at branch courthouse locationsInformation & Requirements to Obtain a U.S. Passport
Passports are issued by the U.S. Department of State. More detailed information and forms are available on their website at www.travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html.
NEW PASSPORT CARD
As of February 1, 2008, customers now have the option to apply for a passport book, a passport card, or both. The passport card may only be used for land and sea travel between the United States and Canada, Mexico, Bermuda and the Caribbean. The passport card will provide a less expensive, smaller and more convenient alternative for those who travel to these destinations. For more information, please see “Travel Documents for U.S. Citizens” from the Department of State.NEW APPLICANTS
You must complete the Passport Application Form DS-11 if any of the following are true:
- You have never had a U.S. passport
- You are under age 16
- Your most recent passport was issued more than 15 years ago
- Your most recent passport was lost or stolen
Information required with your application:
Proof of Citizenship
- Previous U.S. Passport or Certified copy of your birth certificate
- Certificate of Naturalization
- Two identical passport photographs:
- Recent photo (Likeness of Applicant)
- Front view/full face
- 2-inch by 2-inch in size
- Photo must be in color
(See back of application for specific requirements)
Proof of Identity (Provide one of the following:)
- Previous U.S. Passport
- Valid Driver’s License (A temporary license does not meet this requirement.)
- State Identification Card (Photographic likeness should be recent.)
- Certificate of Naturalization (Original will be returned to you.)
Note: If you cannot prove your identity as outlined above, you must bring:
- An Identifying Witness (a relative or someone who has a valid Driver’s License) who has known you for at least two years.
- This witness will be required to sign an “Affidavit of Identifying Witness” form.
PASSPORT RENEWAL (By Mail)
All Passport renewals require the completion of Form DS-82. You may renew your passport by mail if:
- You hold a passport and it is not more than 5 years past the date of of expiration and not more than 15 years since being issued.
- You were at least 16 years of age when it was issued.
Instructions:
- Complete, sign and mail Form DS-82.
- Include your most recent passport with two new passport photos.
- If the name you are using differs from the name on your most recent passport, you must
- Submit a certified copy of the marriage certificate or
- Certified copy of Court order showing the change.
- If your passport is mutilated or damaged, you must
- Use the DS-11 application form and
- Apply in person at one of the acceptance agencies with a certified copy of your birth certificate.
PASSPORT REAPPLICATION
If your most recent passport was issued less than 1 year ago, use DS-5504 form for the following:
- Change of name
- Correction of descriptive date
- Extend the validity of a Limited Passport
Instructions:
- Complete, sign and date the Reapplication Form DS-5504.
- Mail your application to one of the addresses listed on the back of the DS-5504 form.
Note: There is no fee if your passport was issued less than 1 year ago, unless you request expedited processing.
If your most recent passport was issued more than 1 year ago AND you have the passport, use Form DS-82.
Instructions:
- Complete, sign and mail your application to the address listed on the back of the DS-82 form.
- Include the appropriate payment/fee.
If your most recent passport was issued more than 1 year ago AND you do not have the passport, use DS-11 form.
Instructions:
- Complete the DS-11 form
- Bring it to an acceptance agency for processing.
APPLICATIONS FOR MINORS
CHILDREN UNDER AGE 16 (For new and renewal passports)Instructions:
- Minors must be present when applying.
- You must complete the New Applicant DS-11 form and include:
- Proof of Citizenship
- Certified birth certificate issued by the city, county or state
- Certificate of Naturalization
- Proof of Identity
- Previous U.S. Passport
- Certificate of Naturalization
- Government issued identification card
- Both parents must appear together to sign the application DS-11 form, or one parent must be present to sign the application, and the absent parent MUST submit a completed and notarized “Statement of Consent” Form DS-3053.
- For more information on obtaining passports for minors, see this handout from the Department of State.
PASSPORT APPLICATIONS FOR ADDITIONAL VISA PAGES
If passports are required for additional VISA pages, you must use Application form DS-4085.FEES
See Service Charges & FeesHOW LONG PASSPORTS ARE VALID
Adults (16 years of age and older) – Ten (10) years
Children (15 years and younger) – Five (5) yearsPASSPORT PROCESSING – TIME REQUIREMENTS
Expedited processing: 3 weeks
Regular processing: 6-8 weeksTo check the status of your Passport Application:
- Call 1-877-487-2778 from 6:00a.m. – Midnight EST, Monday through Friday (excluding federal holidays), or
- Check online at http://www.travel.state.gov