Passport Application in Person

Passports applications in person

To enhance the accurate identification of passport applicants and aid in the prevention of international child abduction and trafficking, the Department of State requires the personal appearance of some passport applicants.

The following applicants must make an appointment to appear in person to submit the passport application and take an oath administered by the consular officer:

• A first time applicant;
• Applicants age 15 and below;
• Applicants age 16 and above whose previous passport has expired and/or was issued with a five year validity;
• Applicants whose previous passport was lost, stolen or damaged;
• Applicants whose passport has expired and was issued more than 15 years ago;
• An applicant whose name has changed since the issuance of the previous passport and the name change was not due to marriage or divorce;
• Applicants for a second passport.

Further, if you are renewing an adult passport, but cannot submit your application by mail because of your need to travel, you will have to make an appointment to apply during our regular hours of operation – see also our section on Imminent Departure for more information.

Please select your specific passport service from the menu on the left. DO NOT FORGET to complete all application forms and to verify what documents you must bring with you to your appointment.