Passports

Check your passport’s expiration date and renewal eligibility Complete the passport renewal application form Gather required documents, including your current passport and any supporting identification Get a...

Be a U.S. citizen Apply for a passport card using Form DS-11 if you are applying for the first time, or Form DS-82 if you...

Determine whether you need a passport book, passport card, or both Gather proof of U.S. citizenship, such as a certified birth certificate or naturalization certificate Gather...

Complete the child passport application form required by your country Gather the child’s birth certificate or other proof of citizenship Provide proof of the child’s identity,...

Visit the official passport authority website for your country Open the passport application or status tracking page Select the option to check status by name if...

Use a plain white or light-colored background Face the camera directly with a neutral expression Keep both eyes open and mouth closed Remove hats, sunglasses, and other...

Report the passport lost or stolen to the appropriate local police authority if required Contact your country’s passport issuing authority or embassy/consulate immediately Complete the lost...

Online by debit card or credit card Online by bank transfer or direct debit At a bank or post office using a payment slip By cash, where...

Complete the passport card application form Gather proof of U.S. citizenship Provide a valid government-issued photo ID Submit a passport photo Pay the required fees Apply by mail if...

Determine whether you need a passport book, passport card, or both Complete Form DS-11 if applying for the first time, if your passport was issued...

Complete Form DS-11 for a first-time passport, minor passport, or if your previous passport was lost, stolen, or expired for more than 15 years Gather...