Passports

Call or walk in for information or service; download information or forms from the agency's website. Some locations require an appointment. Applications must be made in person in the following circumstances: -When applying for a U.S. passport for the first time. -When the previous U.S. passport has been lost or stolen. -When the previous U.S. passport has expired and was issued more than 15 years ago. -When the applicant is a minor child. If applying for a child 13 and under, both parents or legal guardian must appear with the child. Renewal applications may be made by mail if ALL of the following are true: -The most recent U.S. passport is undamaged and can be submitted with the application, -The most recent U.S. passport was issued at age 16 or older, -The most recent U.S. passport was issued within the last 15 years, -The most recent U.S. passport was issued in the person's current name or if a name change can be legally documented with an original or certified copy of a marriage certificate or other government-issued document. Applicants must present a complete Form DS-11 which can be obtained at any passport agency or acceptance facility or downloaded from the agency's website. Applicants should not sign the application form until instructed to do so. Applicants must present a social security number, proof of U.S. citizenship and a photo ID. Photographs are taken at most passport office locations. Locations that do not provide photo service can refer applicants to nearby photography services for the two required photos. The following documents are accepted as proof of U.S. citizenship: -Previous U.S. Passport -Certified birth certificate issued by the city, county or state. -Consular Report of Birth Abroad -Naturalization Certificate -Certificate of Citizenship The following documents are accepted for photo identification (a photocopy should also be provided): -Valid Drivers License -U.S. Passport (issued within the past 15 years) -Certificate of Naturalization -Other Government Issued Identification (state identification) -Military Identification