First Time Passport

1. Processing Time
2. Application Steps

WHO CAN APPLY?

Applying for a passport for the first time at age 16 & over
The prior passport was issued at age 15 or under
The prior passport was issued more than 15 years ago
The current passport is expired but not in your possession
The current & valid passport is damaged. YOU MUST WRITE A DETAILED STATEMENT EXPLAINING WHY OR HOW YOUR CURRENT PASSPORT WAS DAMAGED. YOUR ORIGINAL SIGNATURE MUST BE ON THE LETTER.

How our service works:

Choose the type of passport application you need. Next, choose from the list below the processing time that best suites your needs. Click "continue" at the bottom of the page to view the passport requirements and complete the application online. When you are done click "add to cart". You will then create a user account, choose a return shipping method, select your preferred payment option and checkout. After your order is placed you will receive a confirmation of your order along with the address to send your application and a reminder of the documents needed to process your application.

Questions?

For questions about how to place an order visit our How to Order a Passport page.

For specific passport questions visit our Passport Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page.

Still need passport assistance? Contact us

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Emergency - service fee: $185 plus Government Fee

Select if your departure is within 5 days or within 14 days AND you require a visa.

IMPORTANT: The U.S. Passport Agency has a limited number of Emergency Processing Slots (EPS). If your departure date is in 5 business days or less, you must call Passport Visas Express.com immediately at (888) 596-6028 to reserve an Emergency Passport Slot.

If you do not reserve an EPS there is no guarantee we will be able to honor your request for Emergency Passport Processing.

Urgent - service fee: $125 plus Government Fee

Select if your departure date is within 6 to 10 days

Rush - service fee: $105 plus Government Fee

Select if your departure date is within 11 to 15 days.

Express - service fee: $75 plus Government Fee

Select if your departure date is within 16 to 30 days.

Saver - service fee: $45 plus Government Fee

Select if your departure date is within 31 to 60 days.