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Passport Services
Apply for or renew a U.S. Passport

Valid Passport Required for U.S. Citizens

Refrain from making travel plans before securing a U.S. passport. U.S. citizens must enter the United States on a valid (unexpired) passport or other qualifying document.

ARE YOU A U.S. CITIZEN WHO NEEDS A PASSPORT?

Visit Forms to find the form you need and begin the process of completing and submitting your passport application. If you are unsure which form you need, the Passport Wizard can guide you to the correct form.

Processing times vary depending on demand. If you are traveling within the next two weeks, please see the Emergency Passports section.

Passport services are not available on weekends or on Cyprus or U.S. holidays.