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Misplaced passport by: Anonymous Question: I misplaced my passport 25 years ago, which means I assume, there is still record of it. Is the process of renewing be different or unique for me, considering there is probably record of my expired but misplaced passport? My name is the same as the original passport. Answer: You need to submit a new passport application as if it's your first.

Weird question by: R. Question: I became a US citizen when my mother became a citizen and took out a passport for me . However i lost my passport years ago. How can i apply for one again? All i have is my birth certificate, my old green card when i was a kid. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Answer: You can request for a file search-- the result of which will be used as your proof of U.S. citizenship. Submit the request with the following: 1. Form DS-11 2. Proof of identity plus photocopy 3. One new passport photo 4. Payment for fees These must be submitted in person at an acceptance facility.

Expired passport by: Anonymous Question: I was issued a passport when I was 11 years old, which has since expired. I am now 22 years old and I am in need of an updated passport. I live in a different state than where the expired passport is. Can I apply for a new one without the old one in my possession? Answer: You do not need your old passport to apply for your new adult passport. Please prepare the following requirements to submit in person at an acceptance facility: 1. Form DS-11 (must be signed in front of a passport agent) 2. Evidence of U.S. citizenship plus photocopy 3. Proof of identity plus photocopy 4. One passport photo 5. Payment for fees

China Visas by: Anonymous Question: I had a passport that expired in early 2016, and renewed it. When I sent in the old passport for the renewal process, the old one was returned with the new one, but the main page (the one with my picture and issuance information) was torn out, so I discarded it. Now I am trying to get my Visa to got to China, and they are requesting my previous Passport, since my new one was issued after 1/1/2015. How can they ask for that if the U.S. government tore out the page? Answer: Passport services does not mutilate old passports. They only punch a hole in the passport to show that it has been invalidated. Please contact the NPIC at 1-877-487-2778 regarding your concern.

Passport is about to expire by: Anonymous Question: I lost my passport a few years ago and it is due to expire next month, I have a form for a file search since I do not have proof of citizenship. I became a citizen when my mom was naturalized when I was under the age of 18. I never received a Naturalization Record. Would I be able to use this file search form and pay the $150 fee in order to get a new passport? Thank you. Answer: Yes. The result of the file search will used as your citizenship evidence for the new application.

Expired passport by: Mary S Anonymous Question: My passport expired 3/10/2012. Can I apply for a renewal one or do I have to apply for a new one and do I use my old passport number to ask for a renewal? Answer: Since it has been over 5 years since your passport expired, you need to submit a new application in person. You need to enter your old passport number in section 21 of Form DS-11.

Expired Minor Passport by: Anonymous Question: I have a passport issued when I was seven, it has obviously since expired and I am wanting to apply for a new passport. Can that old passport be used as proof of citizenship? Answer: Unfortunately, a passport issued when one was a minor cannot be used as evidence of U.S. citizenship.

Incorrect Info? by: John Question: Submitted my new passport application this week at the post office. On the form I said that I had never had a passport previously, but then found out from my mom that I had one when I was 17 or 18 years old - about 35 years ago. I had no idea. Will this be an issue? Time-wise it would be a problem if it was rejected and I had to re-apply. Answer: It should not be an issue.

Stolen passport/unknown info for new application by: Anonymous Question: My passport was stolen sometime 13-17 yrs ago. I am applying for a new passport now, but do not remember if the original passport was issued in my former last name or current last name. What should I do? The form is asking which name the passport was issued under and I'm not sure. Answer: You may leave the space blank. You cannot do this if you are completing the form online. I recommend downloading and printing Form DS-11 and completing it by hand.

Expired passport by: Anonymous Question: My passport is expired by 16 years. I know I have to start over again with application. I still have my old passport. Can it be primary evidence of citizenship with it being over 15 years old? Answer: If the passport was issued when you were age 16 or older and is undamaged (save for normal wear and tear), you may use it as evidence of U.S. citizenship for your passport application.

Verification of Passport Numbers by: Anonymous Question: How do I verify an old passport number to my new one, which is valid, as the same person? I still have the old passport which expired in 2002. Answer: Can you elaborate? I am not sure what you mean by "verify an old passport number to my new one".

Stolen/ New Passport by: Anonymous Question: I had a passport three years ago when I was still a minor, but it got stolen. It was never reported since it was expired already. Now that I'm 18, should I apply for a new passport? If yes, how would I put that on the application? Or should I apply in person? Answer: Hi! You need to apply in person for your first adult U.S. passport. Please prepare the following requirements: 1. Form DS-11 (must be signed in front of a passport agent) 2. Evidence of U.S. citizenship plus photocopy 3. Proof of identity plus photocopy 4. One passport photo 5. Payment for fees You need to indicate that you have been issued a passport in the past and just leave the spaces for details blank or write NA on it. You may find the closest passport office and schedule an appointment here.

3 years ago by: Anonym Question: My passport expired in 2016 and there’s no U.S. Embassy in Yemen. Can you please tell me what should I do? Answer: The U.S. Department of State has designated the U.S. Embassy in Cairo, Egypt to handle American Citizens Services cases emanating out of Yemen. Please contact them for assistance.

My own first baby passport by: Anonymous Question: I was born in the United States. How do I get my own first own baby passport? Answer: I'm afraid your question is quite confusing. Are you applying for your passport OR for your baby's passport?

Renewal or apply again? by: Anonymous Question: My passport expired may 26, 2013. I'm 61 yrs old. Do I need to renew or apply again? Answer: Since you are past the 5-year post expiration window, you need to submit a new application to obtain a passport.

Minor Passport by: Anonymous Question: My minor passport expired 4 years ago. I properly disposed of it, therefore I no longer have the identification #. When applying for a new passport with the DS-11, form how do I properly answer question 21. "Have you ever applied for or been issued a U.S. Passport Book or Passport Card?" yes or no - if yes do I check the "lost" box? Thank you! Answer: Please indicate that you were issued a passport in the past. There is no need to indicate it as lost.

Decades Old Expired Passport by: Mag Question: My previous passport was issued in 1977, and I can't find it any more. How do I apply for a new passport? Answer: You need to apply in person for your new U.S. passport. Please prepare the following requirements: 1. Form DS-11 (must be signed in front of a passport agent) 2. Evidence of U.S. citizenship plus photocopy 3. Proof of identity plus photocopy 4. One passport photo 5. Payment for fees You need to go to a acceptance facility to submit the requirements. You may schedule an appointment here.

Record of passport by: Anonymous Question: I need my old passport to prove who I am. I know it sounds stupid but I'm having a hard time getting my birth certificate. Since I've already had a passport, there's a record of it. Please help! Answer: You may send a request for a passport record to the following address: U.S. Department of State Office of Law Enforcement Liaison 44132 Mercure Cir P.O. Box 1227 Sterling, VA 20166 There is a $50 fee for a certified copy of your passport record. Please click on the following link for more information: Passport Record

Renew passport by: mubbashar Question: My passport expired 2 years ago at that time my age was 17. Can I renew my passport now as I am 19 years old? Answer: Since your passport was issued when you were under age, you need to apply for your new adult passport in person. Renewals are only for passports ISSUED when one was age 16 or older.

New passport or renewal? by: Anonymous Question: My last passport is from about 15 years ago. I still have it but it’s obviously expired and since then I’ve gotten married and changed my last name. What do I need to do to get a new passport? Do i just need to start over with a new one? Or can my old one be renewed with proof of my name change (marriage certificate)? Answer: The answer depends on the exact date your passport expired. If it has been over 5 years since expiration, you need to apply for a new passport. There will then be no need to submit your marriage certificate. The new passport will be issued in your new married name as long as it is supported by your proof of identity. If it has been under 5 years, you can apply for a renewal with name change and submit your marriage certificate as evidence of legal name change.

Lost and over 5 years by: Susan Question: I lost my passport and it’s been over 5 years, when I file for a new passport do I have to have copies of my marriage certificates and divorces? I’ve been married 3 times and my papers were lost in a move. They were all on my last passport. Answer: Hi, Susan. There is no need to send name change documents. The new passport will be issued in the name you enter in the application form as long as it is supported by either your evidence of U.S. citizenship or proof of identity.

Last passport expired at age 12 by: Mike Question: My last and only passport expired when I was 12 and I’m now 38 and I have no clue where it is. Do I need to fill out lost book form or do I just apply as if it is my first? Answer: Hi, Mike. There is no need to report the passport as lost. You may proceed to applying for a new passport.

Lost passport by: Nancy Question: I remember having a passport when I was younger. Can I request for a new passport if I don't remember the dates on it? Answer: You can, Nancy. Please indicate that you have been issued a passport in past and just leave the other details blank.

Passport by: Need a vacation Question: Hi. My passport is out 28 years ago. I went to get a new one but they said my birth certificate wasn't valid because it was old and my parents names are not on it. I'm going away for Christmas. Can I renew it? Answer: You cannot renew your passport since it has been expired for over 5 years. But since you were issued a passport in the past, you may request for a file search, the results of which will be used as proof of your U.S. citizenship. The fee for a file search is $150 and is non-refundable. You may include this request with the rest of the requirements for a new passport.

Lost and expired passport by: Anonymous Question: I have already renewed my passport last year, however I seem to have lost my expired passport. I understand it is important to have the old passport as it helps to prove US citizenship. What do I do now? Answer: You may use your current valid passport as evidence of U.S. citizenship.

Help! by: Mary Question: I was in th Army 1976 I was stationed in Germany. Haven’t used my passport, so I apply for lost or new passport? Answer: You need to apply for a new passport.

May I wear colored contact lenses in my passport photo? by: Anonymous Question: I am in my mid 40’s and have been wearing colored contacts since my early 20’s. My last (brown eyed) passport is from when I was 16, so I obviously need a new one. Is wearing these colored contacts (which I wear EVERY DAY) an issue in my passport photo? (Real eyes brown, lenses blue.) Thanks in advance! Answer: The passport photo should show your real eye color.

Passport by: Ron H Question: I had passport 45 years ago, never used it, threw it away 40 years ago, do I need to fill out a DS-64 form with a new application? Answer: Hi, Ron. There is no need to submit From DS-64. You just need to submit the application requirements for a new passport.

Lost expired passport question. by: Anonymous Question: I am applying for a new passport because my old passport expired over 15 years ago when I was a minor. I have since misplaced this passport and cannot find it. I am filling out the DS-11 form and it is asking if I have ever applied for a passport book which I marked yes, then it asked if I had lost the book which I marked yes but I didn't report it because it is expired, then it is asking if I know the passport book number and the issuance date. What should I put for the passport book number and issuance date if I don't know it and do I need to fill out any other forms? Thank you. Answer: You may submit Form DS-64 with the requirements for a new passport.

Can I renew my 31-year-old passport? by: Anonymous Question:I have a passport that I got 31 years ago. Do I have to re-apply for a passport or can I just renew one? Answer: Passports that have expired for more than 5 years can no longer be renewed. You need to apply for a new passport as if for the first time.

Information on passport by: Anonymous Question: My passport expired 14 years ago. What do I need to do? Answer: You need to apply for a new passport in person at an acceptance facility. Please prepare the following requirements: 1. Form DS-11 2. evidence of U.S. citizenship 3. proof of identity 4. Photocopy of ID 5. One passport photo 6. Payment for fees If you cannot present evidence of U.S. citizenship, you may request for a file search with your application. Results (if any) of the file search will then be used as your citizenship evidence.

Question by: B Question: Hi, I had a passport when I was 14 and I am now 27. I no longer have my old passport and I am assuming it is expired. I have a new last name as well. What is the process for getting a passport? Do I apply as a new applicant? Thank you. Answer: You need to apply for a new passport. Applications for new passports need to be submitted in person at an acceptance facility where an agent will witness your signature and seal your application packet. Please prepare the following requirements: 1. Form DS-11 (completed but unsigned) 2. Evidence of U.S. citizenship 3. Proof of identity 4. Photocopy of ID 5. One passport photo 6. Payment for fees You may schedule an appointment at a local post office to submit your application.

Lost expired passport by: Chris Question: My passport was issued well over 15 years ago when I was 9 y/o. It is now missing. I am now applying for a new passport but the application form is asking for the most recent book # and issue date. Do I need this info? If not what should I put? I'm trying to avoid paying the $150 to retrieve the old passport info. Please help. Answer: You still need to indicate that you have been issued a passport in the past when filling out Form DS-11. If you do not have the details pertaining to that old passport, just place NA in the space.

Kept my previous married name by: Anonymous Question: My current passport expires next month. I have a birth certificate and SS cards with my birth name and current last name. I no longer have the divorce decrees from previous marriages. I want to use DS-82. How do I proceed? Answer: You may use Form DS-82 to apply for a renewal if you are not changing the name on your passport. If you are, you need submit evidence of legal name change in order to use Form DS-82. You may request copies of your divorce decree/s from the city/state vital records office. If you cannot obtain one, you need to apply for a new passport in person using Form DS-11.

Proof of citizenship/DS-11 by: James Question: You cannot get an Enhanced Driver's License or a Real ID Act compliant document unless you are a U.S. citizen. The application guidelines states this. I am making such a issue of this because I in fact had to show all my identity documents over again to be issued a state id compliant with the Real Id Act law. Do you think the state department will recognize these facts on their passport applications? Thank you. Answer: As of this time, Real ID-compliant IDs are not acceptable as evidence of U.S. citizenship. It can, however, be used a proof of identity.

Question by: Anonymous Question: My son had a passport years ago as a minor. He is now in the military and a security clearance question is about his old passport and number. It is expired and I no longer have it. How do I find the information he needs? Answer: Information such as passport numbers are protected by the Privacy Act. Since the information concerns your son, he must be the one to request the information by submitting the following: 1. A notarized written request, stating his full name, current address, and date and place of birth 2. The notarized letter should must be accompanied by a copy of a valid government-issued photo identification, such as a driver’s license or other acceptable identification document/s Please send such request to the following: Law Enforcement Liaison Division U.S. Department of State CA/PPT/S/L/LE 4 Floor 1150 Passport Services PL Dulles, VA 20189-1150

DS-11/prroof of citizenship by: James Question: Can I use my Enhanced Driver's License or GOES enrollment card to prove citizenship. I would like to add that these documents are REAL ID Act compliant. Answer: You may use your enhanced driver's license as proof of identity but not as evidence of U.S. citizenship. A REAL ID driver license or REAL ID identification card can also be issued to non-U.S. citizens who are permanent residents of the United States.

DS-11/Proof of citizenship by: James Question: How about clear, color photocopy of my previous passport identification page (with document number, name, date of birth, etc. etc.)? Wouldn't that be at least proof that I was issued a passport book in the past? Answer: While it proves that you were issued a passport in the past, a photocopy of your old passport's data page will not suffice as evidence of U.S. citizenship in order to obtain a new U.S. passport.

File search/DS-11 by: John Question: So the only way to use the file search option to prove citizenship is when you submit a DS-11 with it (you must file a DS-11 for a new passport if you can no longer produce the old one)? Answer: Yes.

Lost passport still on record by: U.S Citizen Question: I lost my passport in Ireland in 1996. I obtained a new one in France. To this day I still have to endure secondary border checks because of that lost passport. How do I get that lost passport off of my record. Answer: The passport record cannot be expunged but it should not cause any issues at border crossings. Please call 1-877-487-2778 to speak to a customer service representative.

Need Info by: Elizabeth Question: I had a passport issued in 2003 or 2004 and never used it but I cannot find it. I have to get a passport to fly in 2018 to Florida. Can I get a new one? If so how? Answer: Since you cannot submit the passport for a renewal, you need to apply for a new passport. Applications for new passports need to be submitted in person at a nearby acceptance facility. Please prepare the following for submission: 1. Form DS-11 (completed but unsigned) 2. Evidence of U.S. citizenship 3. Proof of identity 4. Photocopy of ID 5. One passport photo 6. Payment for fees

Renew my passport by: Anonymous Question: My passport expired when I was 7 years. I am going be 18 in a month. What should I do to renew my passport? Answer: Passports issued when one was a minor cannot be renewed. You need to apply for a new passport by submitting the following in person at an acceptance facility. 1. Form DS-11 (completed but unsigned) 2. Evidence of U.S. citizenship (birth certificate) 3. Proof of identity 4. Photocopy of ID 5. One passport photo 6. Payment for fees If you cannot submit a primary ID like a driver's license, you may submit a combination of secondary proofs of identity.

Can't find expired passport by: Deborah Tidmore Question: I got my last passport in the early 90's. Is there a record of the number? Answer: Passport records are protected by the Privacy Act. You may request for a file search in writing in order to access such information. Please call customer service at 1-877-487-2778 for further assistance.

Named changed by: Anonymous Question: It's been over 25 yrs and I need to apply for new passport but I can't find it. My last name has changed to a different married name. What should I do? Answer: You may apply for a new passport without submitting the old one since it has been more than 15 years. You need the following: 1. Form DS-11 (completed but unsigned) 2. Evidence of U.S. citizenship 3. Proof of identity with current legal name 4. Photocopy of identity 5. One passport photo 6. Payment for fees You need to apply in person and submit your documents to a passport agent an a nearby acceptance facility.

The feds took my passport while I was on probation. by: Anonymous Question: The federal government took my passport while I was on probation. Probation is over and my passport has expired. Can I still get a renewed passport or do I have to get a new one? Answer: Since you cannot submit your passport for a renewal by mail, you need to apply for a new passport in person at a nearby acceptance facility. You will need the following: 1. Form DS-11 (completed but unsigned) 2. Evidence of U.S. citizenship 3. Proof of identity 4. Photocopy of identity 5. One passport photo 6. Payment for fees

Lost of passport by: Patrick Question: I had lost my passport around the year of 1987- 1989. My last place of usage was in Aruba on my way to the United States. Answer: You do not need to report the loss of your passport since it has long been expired. If you want a replacement, you need to apply for a new passport.

Expired, need renewal by: Anonymous Question: My passport was issued in 2003, expired in 2013. I have since changed my name. Can I renew my passport with my marriage license? Answer: As long as your passport is undamaged and you can submit it with your application, you may apply for a passport renewal by mail. In addition to the renewal requirements, you also need to submit the original or a certified copy of your marriage certificate as proof of legal name change. You cannot use your marriage license.

renewal vs new application by: Anonymous Question: My passport just expired a month ago. However I prefer not to mail it in to renew it. Is it okay for me to just apply in person for a brand new passport? there are no facilities near me that do in person passport renewals, only brand new passports. Answer: Yes, you may apply for a new passport altogether instead of applying for a renewal by mail.

Expired Passport by: Anonymous Question: You said it has been 15 years but it has only been 7 years. My passport expired in 2010. So, from then to now it is only 7 years. So, I am in the 15 year range. So, I just do renewal with my documents right? Answer: The 15 years count from the date of issue of your passport not the date of expiration. If your passport expired in 2010, it was issued in 2000. That is more than 15 years ago. You must apply in person.

Expired Passport by: Anonymous Question: My passport expired 2010. I still have it. Can I file for renewal and just send in my old passport and my divorce decree and my new marriage documents? Answer: Since your passport was issued more than 15 years ago, you must apply in person at an application acceptance facility. Visit the following web page for new passport instructions. Since your previously-issued passport is in a different name than the one you currently use, you also need to submit evidence of the name change.

Passport renewal by: Anonymous Question: Hello, my passport is expired last 2011 and I am abroad. I want to renew it. What are the requirement and how much is the fee to renew it. Answer: Please visit the website of the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate general for passport application instructions and fee schedule.

Passport Application Question by: Anonymous Question: When applying in person for an expired passport that was issued over 15 years ago, what should you say on the application when it asks if you've ever been issued a passport? Answer: Yes

Expired Passport by: sal liggieri Question: Passport was issued in 1984 and has expired a long time ago. I can't find the passport book so do I apply for new one? Answer: You need to appear at a passport application acceptance facility in order to apply for a new passport. Even if you had the passport, it was issued more than 15 years ago and, therefore, could not be used to renew a passport by mail.

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