Passport Application FAQ

Below are some of the most frequently asked passport application
questions. If you don´t find what you are looking for, please visit
our
passport form FAQ page.
What U.S. passport application do I need?
The application form you use will depend on the type of service you
require. Forms are listed below along with the purpose for which they
are used.
Where can I get an application form?
Forms are available at authorized application acceptance
facilities and regional processing centers. They are also available for
download on our website by clicking on their form numbers listed above.
Note: Some passport forms can be completed online and printed. Others require you to print and complete them by hand.
How do I fill out the application form?
If filling out a passport form by hand, be sure to use black ink and write legibly. This will ensure your details can be read and processed correctly by the federal passport acceptance facility that receives them.
Be advised, failure to provide requested information can lead to delays or denial
of your passport.
Additional instructions are provided with each application form. Similarly, step-by-step instructions are also provided for those who choose to complete their passport forms online. Occasionally technical issues impede applicants from completing the form. If this happens to you, please print and complete a hard copy.
Guidelines for Printing Forms
For more support with the passport application process, be sure to visit our
Complete Guide to Passport Applications.
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