#passportreplacement

To replace a valid lost or stolen U.S. passport for applicants aged 16 and over, follow these steps:

Service Options & Fees (excluding shipping):

Emergency (4–6 business days): $599 + government fees

Expedite (7–12 business days): $450 + government fees

Rush (14–21 business days): $299 + government fees (not for sealed envelopes)

Government Fees: $225 for adults; $195 for minors (includes $190/$160 check + $35 acceptance center fee)

Step 1: Gather Required Documents

Original birth or naturalization certificate

Two passport photos (2×2, white background)

Completed DS-11 form (online, printed single-sided with barcode)

DS-64 form (for lost passports)

Check or money order payable to “U.S. Department of State”

Letter of Authorization (call to receive) – duplicate copy kept outside sealed envelope

Copy of international travel itinerary (travel must be within 14 days)

Copy of applicant’s driver’s license (both parents' IDs for minors)

ETS Order Form (kept outside the sealed envelope)

Step 2: Prepare and Submit

Go to a passport acceptance center to have the documents sealed in an official envelope marked “TO BE OPENED BY PASSPORT OFFICE PERSONNEL ONLY”

The sealed envelope must include all required government fees and be submitted within 5 business days

Minors under 14 must appear in person with both parents or have a notarized DS-3053 form if one parent is absent

Take the sealed envelope back (do not leave it with the clerk)

Mail the sealed envelope to Express Travel Services (ETS) for processing

Pay ETS service fees separately by credit card (call ETS)

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