Process for updating passports

Many post offices and even some public libraries can accept passport applications. Find a list of acceptable documents here.• Valid identification.Arrive at your passport agency with:• Your filled-in DS-11 application form.• Evidence of U. Find a list of acceptable ID here.• A photocopy of the front and back of the identification you're bringing on clean, white 8½" x 11" paper.• Your application fee.For a first-time adult passport, the total fee is 5.• Passport photos.You can read more about the specifications for passport photos here.

Quick Tip: When you use the Form Filler to complete your application, the first data entry page is titled “DS-11: Application for a U. If any of the above statements do not apply to you, you must Apply in Person using form DS-11. Mail your completed application, including your most recent passport, name change document (if applicable), photo, and fees, to one of the addresses below.

Look up current passport fees and write a check for the stated amount. Accepted checks include personal checks, cashier checks, certified checks or travelers checks. Passport processing times change and can be viewed on the Department of State website.

If renewing your passport by mail, include a check or money order made payable to the U. Send the expired passport, passport application with photograph, check and proof of name change (if applicable) to the U. To expedite a passport, an expedite fee of can be included with the application.

Those cases may require additional processing time.

Processing times begin once we have received a complete application form accompanied with all required supporting documentation. Application submitted: Urgent and express services are not available at all locations.