Passport Services

Find the right passport service for your situation. From first-time applications to urgent replacements, we have step-by-step guides for every scenario.

New Passport

First-time adult applicants. Step-by-step guide to forms, documents, photos, fees, and where to apply.

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Passport Renewal

Renew by mail with Form DS-82. Check eligibility, gather documents, and submit in about 20 minutes.

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Child Passport

For children under 16. Both parents must appear in person. Documents, consent rules, and fees explained.

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Second Passport

Get a limited-validity second passport for conflicting visas, frequent travel, or entry restrictions.

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Name Change

Update your passport after marriage, divorce, or court order. Free if under 1 year old.

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Damaged Passport

Replace a damaged passport before you travel. What counts as damage, how to apply, and common mistakes.

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Lost / Stolen

Report and replace a lost or stolen passport immediately. Step-by-step process, forms, and urgent options.

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Passport Card

Wallet-sized card for land and sea travel to Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean. Not valid for international flights.

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New Citizen Passport

Just became a U.S. citizen? Get your first passport using your Certificate of Naturalization.

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Emergency Passport

Need a passport in 24-72 hours? Life-or-death emergency or urgent travel within 14 days.

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Passport Types

Large book vs. standard book vs. card. Compare sizes, pages, costs, and which fits your travel style.

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Visas & Entry

Visa requirements for U.S. passport holders. Visa-free countries, six-month rule, and how to apply.

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Visa Checker

Interactive tool: search 80+ countries to see if you need a visa, eVisa, or if visa-free entry applies.

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Processing Speed Options

Choose the processing speed that matches your travel timeline. Routine is cheapest; registered couriers are fastest and most reliable when time matters.

Routine

4-8 weeks

Cost: $165

Best for: No upcoming travel

Government Expedited

3-4 weeks

Cost: $225

Best for: Travel in 6-10 weeks

Registered Courier

24hr - 14 days

Cost: Varies

Best for: Urgent travel within a month

Need It Faster?

If you need your passport in under 2 weeks, a registered courier can hand-deliver your application to a regional agency for processing in as little as 24 hours.

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Common Questions

What passport services are available?

U.S. passport services include first-time applications, renewals by mail, child passports, second passports, name changes, lost/stolen replacements, damaged replacements, and passport cards.

How do I choose the right service?

New applicants use Form DS-11. Renewals use DS-82. Children under 16 require both parents. Urgent travelers should consider a regional agency or registered courier.

Can I get a passport in 24 hours?

Urgent service is available at regional agencies for life-or-death emergencies and urgent travel within 14 days. A registered courier can often obtain a passport in 24-48 hours.

How much does a passport cost?

A first-time adult large book costs $165 total ($130 + $35 execution fee). Renewals cost $130. Expedited service adds $60. See our full fee guide for complete pricing.

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