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Want to skip the appointment? We offer Mail-In Passport Renewal, Electronic Payment, & Mail Back Services! Start your fast and efficient adult passport renewal by mail by following our step-by-step instructions.
Visit Forms to find the form you need and begin the process of completing and submitting your passport application. If you are unsure which form you need, the Passport Wizard can guide you to the correct form.
Processing times vary depending on demand. If you are traveling within the next two weeks, please see the Emergency Passports section.
Passport services are not available on weekends or on Saudi Arabia or U.S. holidays.
Applicants Age 16 or Older (DS-11)
You should complete this form if you’re applying for the first time, or you don’t meet our requirements to renew your passport.
Applicants Age 15 or Under (DS-11)
You should complete this form if you’re applying for your child who is under age 16.
Applicants Age 15 or Under Without Both Parents Present
You should complete this form if one parent or guardian cannot go with the child to apply in person for the child’s passport. The parent or guardian should submit this special form in addition to their child’s application (DS-11).
Adult Passport Renewal (DS-82)
You should complete this form if you meet our requirements to renew your passport. Keep in mind that children under age 16 cannot renew their passports and must apply using Form DS-11.
Report and Replace Lost/Stolen Passport (DS-64 & DS-11)
You should complete this form if you lost your passport or it has been stolen. To replace a lost or stolen passport, you must apply in person and submit Form DS-11 in addition to Form DS-64.
Update Current Passport or Replace Emergency Passport
You may be eligible to use this form if you need to change or correct your passport, or you need to replace a passport that was limited to less than 10 years validity (which is the normal validity period for an adult’s passport).
Use the Department of State’s passport application system to find the form you need.
You must provide one photo on a white background with your passport application. Our photo policies apply to adults and children. We have a few exceptions to our photo policies for infants.
In case of emergency travel, schedule an appointment and then send an email to the Embassy or consulate you are applying to with a detailed explanation as to the nature of the emergency.
Step 2. Write the American Citizen Services (ACS) unit at the post you are applying to:Special Issuance Passports
Visit the SIA Web Page – Only accessible by government device. Contact your military acceptance facility.
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