Get a New Passport

Step 1. Gather US Passport Application Materials

Letter of Authorization: Please contact UPV SERVICES regarding this document. Reservation for slots is needed for this document.

Two Passport Photos: Photos must be 2×2, color with a plain light or white background and show a full front view of face.

Proof of US Citizenship: Proof of citizenship must be an original or certified copy. The original document will be returned to you with your completed passport. No photocopies or notarized copies are accepted. Please provide one of the following:

• Official Birth Certificate (if born in US)
• Most Recent Passport
• Naturalization Certificate (for US citizens through naturalization)
• Certificate of Citizenship (if born abroad to US parent(s))

Proof of Identity: A Driver's License or State ID issued more than 6 months ago. Please make a clear photo copy of your driver's license or State ID. If your Driver's License or State ID was issued less than 6 months ago, please submit the following:

• Alternative form of identification
• Supplemental Form Applicants age 16 or 17 without a valid, 6-month-old driver's license can have a parent co-sign the application. In this case, a birth certificate proving parental relationship is required for the application.

Travel Evidence: Please provide two copies of one of the following:

• Copy of plane ticket showing foreign departure
• Copy of travel itinerary (from airline or travel agency with applicant name, travel date, flight info)
• If travel is for business and neither of the above is available, please send a business travel letter.

DS 11 Government Application for Passport: DS-11 must be completed online using the government application form. Do not sign this form now; you will sign it in front of the acceptance agent. You must print out two copies of the DS-11 form and leave ONE COPY on the OUTSIDE of the sealed envelope.

DS 11 Government Renewal Online Form pptform.state.gov/LINK

1. Locate an AA: Find a nearby Acceptance Agent at a Post Office or Courthouse to authorize your application. Hours and availability vary.
2. Bring All Materials: Take the items listed in the application guidelines.
3. At the AA Meeting:
   • Signing and Sealing: The AA will witness your signature, verify ID, and seal certain materials.
   • Sealed Items: First DS-11 copy, original citizenship proof, one passport photo, driver's license photocopy (or ID supplement), travel evidence, one Letter of Authorization copy, and the $211.36 check to "U.S. Department of State."
   • Unsealed Items: Second DS-11 copy, second Letter of Authorization copy, one passport photo, UPV Services order confirmation, and the UPV Services payment check (if not already paid online).
4. If Sealing Conflicts Arise: If the AA mistakenly seals items meant to be unsealed, print extra copies as needed for Step 3.
5. Sealed Envelope: Ensure the AA writes the applicant’s name, departure date, and date of birth on the sealed envelope. For multiple applicants, all names must be included on the envelope.
6. Inform the AA of UPV Services: The AA should return the sealed envelope to you. If issues arise, refer them to the Department of State’s Hand Carrying of Executed Applications policy (page 31 or 44 of their manual) or contact UPV Services for assistance.
7. Next Step: Once you have the sealed envelope and all other required items, proceed to send your application using FedEx Priority Overnight to:
8. Address: 1629 K ST NW Suite 300 Washington DC 20006 Phone: (866) - 334 - 8472