Replacing a Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Passport (Age 16+ with Valid Passport)
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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