Passports

Things you need

• Proof of US Citizenship (hospital certificates are not acceptable) - Submit a certified birth certificate or a previous U.S. passport.
• Proof of Identity - Current driver's license; previous or current passport book or passport card; Certificate of Naturalization; Certificate of Citizenship; military identification; or federal, state, or government employee identification card.
• Recent Color Passport Photos - Photo needs to be 2 X 2.
• Passport Processing Fees (see fees listed below) - Make application fee payable to "Department of State" in the form of a money order, cashier's check, or personal check; make execution fee payable to "Clerk of the Court" in the form of a money order, cashier's check, or cash (we do not accept personal checks). There is an additional fee of $60.00 for expedited service payable to the "Department of State". Routine processing takes 4 to 6 weeks to process.
• The U.S. Passport Book and U.S. Passport Card for adults are valid for ten years. Passports for minors under the age of 16 are valid for 5 years.
• The U.S. Passport is no longer used for just travel anymore. It serves as proof of U.S. citizenship and identity for important purposes such as work authorization and eligibility for many Federal benefits.
• Check with your local Post Office.

Passport Processing Fees

Make application fee payable to "Department of State"
Make execution fee payable to the facility where you apply.