Passports

Passport Assistance

To obtain a U.S. Passport, qualified residents must apply to the U.S. State Department – Bureau of Consular Affairs.  Routine processing of a passport application generally takes about 4 – 6 weeks from the time of application.  Except in certain circumstances, passports are valid for 10 years.  Applicants are encouraged to renew your passport six months prior to its expiration.

More information regarding passports is available by visiting the Department of State’s travel website.

If you are in urgent need of a first-time passport or passport renewal, my office may be able to expedite the processing of these applications.

 

First Time Applicants

The following items are required for the processing of a FIRST-TIME applicant:

• DS-11 Form
• Two (2) current passport photos
• Birth certificate (original or certified copy)
• Check or money order made out to “Passport Service”
  • Expedited Service: $195.00
  • Regular Service: $135.00

Passport Renewal

If your passport has recently expired, or will expire soon, the following items are required to complete processing:

• DS-82 Form
• Two (2) current passport photos
• Your expired passport
• Check or money order made out to “Passport Services”
  • Expedited service: $170.00
  • Regular service: $110.00

For assistance, please contact Saul Hernandez in my office at (202) 225-3101 or via e-mail.