Passport Applications in Person

Applying for a Second U.S. Passport

Current regulations reflect the long-standing policy of the Department of State that no person should be in possession of more than one valid, or potentially valid, U.S. passport at any time unless specifically authorized by the Department of State. The issuance of a second valid passport should be considered an exception to the regulations, and is to be approved on an individual basis only where justified. The second valid passport may not be limited geographically, i.e., for travel in only a few countries. It will be limited in time, valid for a period of two years.  Thereafter, a new passport must be applied for; second valid passports are no longer extendable.

To apply for a second valid passport, you will need to make an appointment and submit the following documents in person:

1. The DS-82 application form;
2. Submit your currently valid passport;
3. A written request from your company or organization explaining why a second valid passport is needed;
4. An affidavit signed in the presence of the Consular Officer attesting to the use of the second passport;
5. Two photographs (5cm x 5cm on a white background)
6. Pay the appropriate fee.

If you already have a second passport and want to renew it, please submit the following documents in person:

1. The DS-82 application form;
2. Submit your current second valid passport;
3. A written request from your company or organization explaining why a second passport is still needed;
4. An affidavit signed in the presence of the Consular Officer attesting to the use of the second passport;
5. Two photographs (5cm x 5cm on a white background);
6. Pay the appropriate fee.

Processing time

Passports are printed in the United States with a secure photo-digitized image of the bearer.  You should allow for up to 10 working days for your application to be processed.