Why do I need a second U.S. passport?
A second U.S. passport can be issued by the U.S. Department of State for the following reasons:
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- You are a frequent traveler and do not have time to apply for visas between trips.
- If you need a second passport for security reasons.
- Second passports are valid for 2 years and can be extended upon expiration.
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| If none of these apply,Return to U.S. passport services guide. |
Fill out the following documents for Second U.S. Passport:
Our order form
Please fill out our order form and indicate the type of processing that you require ( Rush or Regular )
Online passport renewal application DS-82 online
Fill out the passport renewal application online . Click on "Continue" under "Apply for a Passport Book" column and print the application.Be sure to sign and date your application.The DS-82 form must be completed online, applications without a barcode will be delayed.
Statement for Second Passport (sample)
Please write and sign the Statement in Support of Application for Second Passport. To avoid any delays, the Statement must provide detailed information as to why the applicant requires a Second Passport. The sample provided should be used for reference only.
Current valid passport
You are required to present your primary passport with your application. If your current passport is within 1 year of expiration you will need to renew your passport before applying. If you are applying for renewal of second passport, you need to submit your current/expired secondary passport with your application.
Letter of Authorization
Please download the Letter of Authorization and then print, sign, and date the letter.
Two (2) passport photos
Photos must be identical, taken within the past 6 months, 2x2 inches, and not from a vending machine.
Travel itinerary or one of the following
- Copy of a plane ticket to a foreign country,
- Copy of a travel itinerary with the applicant's name showing dates and flight information, or if neither is available and traveling for business
- A letter from the employer.
For 24 hour passport service, travel dates must be within 14 days.
Payment
Certified Check or Money Order for $135 payable to the "U.S. Department of State"
Ship the documents to Travel and Visa office
Please include the following documents:
- Signed and dated Form DS-82.
- Signed and dated Letter of Explanation.
- Current valid passport.
- Letter of Authorization (1 signed copy)
- Two (2) passport photos.
- Travel itinerary (24 hour service only).
- Certified Check or Money Order for $135 payable to US Department of State .
Mail to this address:
Travel and Visa
260 Peachtree Street NW
Suite 2200
Atlanta, GA 30303
For faster service and accurate tracking we recommend using FedEx, UPS, or certified USPS Mail.
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You need to replace your lost passport if:
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- Your new passport is still valid.
- Your passport has been damaged, lost, or stolen.
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| If none of these apply, return to U.S. passport services guide. |
Fill out the following documents to replace lost passport:
Lost Passport Order Form
Complete our order form indicating turnaround time for lost passport replacement.
FOR LOST/STOLEN PASSPORTS ONLY:
- Two (2) Copies of Statementof Lost/Stolen Passport (#DS-64)
- Fax or photocopies are not acceptable.
- Complete this form only if your lost/stolen passport is valid.
- Complete by hand Print and complete
FOR DAMAGED PASSPORTS ONLY:
- Two (2) Copies of Personal Statement of Damaged Passport
- Fax or photocopies are not acceptable.
- Please write a detailed statement explaining why or how your current passport was damaged.
- Statement of lost/stolen passport - Form DS-64 - Complete this form only if your lost/stolen passport is still valid. Fill in as much of the passport information as you can. Answer all the questions in detail.
New U.S. passport application DS-11 online
Fill out new passport application form online . Click on "Continue" under "Apply for a Passport Book" column, complete all steps and print out the application. Do not sign the application form. The original form must be signed in front of the Acceptance Agent. To find the nearest Acceptance Agent, use U.S. Department of State Acceptance Agent Locator . The DS-11 form must be completed online, applications without a barcode will be delayed.
Letter of Authorization
Download, print out, sign and date this Letter of Authorization. Important: Please enclose an additional copy of the Letter of Authorization outside of the envelope sealed by the Acceptance Agent.
Two (2) Passport Photos
Photos must be identical, taken within the past 6 months, 2x2 inches, and not from a vending machine. More on passport photo requirements.
Proof of U.S. Citizenship
Original Birth Certificate (if born in the United States)
Note: All originals will be returned to you with newly issued passport.
Proof of Identity
Current, valid Driver's license issued more than 6 months ago.
Travel itinerary
- Copy of a plane ticket to a foreign country, or
- Copy of a travel itinerary with the applicant's name showing dates and flight information, or if neither is available and traveling for business
- A letter from the employer.
For 24 hour passport service, travel dates must be within 14 days.
Payment
Certified Check or Money Order for $135 to "U.S. Department of State"
Get the Lost Passport Documents Authorized
Locate the nearest Passport Acceptance Facility
Authorization procedure.
The Acceptance Agent has to:
- Witness the signing of application for new passport;
- Collect a $25 execution fee;
- Check applicant's ID;
- Verify the documents and seal them into an envelope.
The items that should be handed to the Agent and sealed are:
- Filled out application form DS-11 signed in front of the agent.
- Original proof of the United States citizenship.
- Two passport photos.
- Evidence of urgent travel (24 hour passport service only).
- Certified check or money order payable to the U.S. Department of State for the appropriate amount.
- The Letter of Authorization.
The Acceptance Agent should write the applicant's name, departure date, and date of birth on the outside of the sealed envelope. If two or more applications are sealed in the same envelope please make sure that the information about both applicants is written on the envelope.
All minors must appear in person.
You must inform the Agent that you are using a passport agency to expedite the processing and that the sealed documents will be hand-delivered to the Department of State. This Department of State policy is called "Hand Carrying of Executed Applications". The policy is detailed on pages 31 and 44 of the Acceptance Agent Manual.
The acceptance agent will return sealed envelope to you. Do not open the envelope. Mail in sealed envelope along with remaining paperwork to Travel and Visa for the processing of your new passport.
Ship the documents to Travel and Visa office:
Please include the following documents:
- The envelope sealed by the Acceptance Agent
- Form DS-64 (if not sealed by the Agent)
Mail to this address:
Travel and Visa
260 Peachtree Street NW
Suite 2200
Atlanta, GA 30303
For faster service and accurate tracking we recommend using FedEx, UPS, or certified USPS Mail.
