Passports
Passport Application
By mail
You may apply by mail using Form DS-82 if:
- You can submit your most recent passport;
- You hold a passport valid for 10 years issued within the last 15 years; and
- You are not requesting a change in the passport data, other than a name change due to marriage or divorce for which you can submit official documentation (marriage certificate or court order) to support the name change.
- You were at least 16 years old when your most recent passport was issued
- You have one of the following credit cards: VISA, MASTERCARD, AMERICAN EXPRESS, DISCOVER.
For further information about this procedure click here. To download the DS-82 click here.
In person
All other persons must apply in person and complete Form DS-11, except if you are the holder of a passport valid for 10 years issued within the last 15 years, in which case the same rules apply as for an application by mail (please see the procedure outlined above). When completing the Form DS-11, include the social security number (SSN). The application cannot be processed if the SSN is missing.
Under 16 years of age
Please bring:
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a proof of U.S. citizenship; e.g. U.S. birth certificate, consular report of birth, naturalization certificate, ...
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two identical U.S.-size photos (5 cm by 5 cm or 2" by 2" - list of specialized photographers). Attention: for technical reasons no self-printed passport pictures can be accepted by the consulate! The passport photographs you want to submit to the Passport & Citizenship Unit for you to obtain your passport, should comply with following guidelines:
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Two identical unsigned photographs taken within the last six months.
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2x2 inch.(5x5 cm) square, with the image measured from chin to forehead not less than 1" or more than 1-3/8".
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Photos should not be cut.
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Non-glossy, non-plastic base paper with a white background. The back must not be waxy or have a coating that lessens adhesive.
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Color photos only will be taken in consideration; not tinted, with a light background.
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fee: $60 + $25 surcharge = $85
- a completed passport application form
- proof of identity (if available); e.g. foreign passport, foreign ID-card,…
- All minors age 16 and over must appear in person to sign their application. All minors under age 16 must also appear in person and their applications require the signature of both parents.
! more information on both parents presence and/or documentation requirement !
Over 16 years
Please bring:
For complete guidelines and to download the DS-11 click here. For children under 16 see special instructions.
