Online scheduling is no longer available through the US Department of State. Expedited passport processing appointments are only for those who need to get a passport expedited at a regional agency in 2 to 3 weeks.If you know you are going to be traveling internationally, plan to get your passport as soon as possible. As a result, you may have to try multiple locations before finding one with the number of consecutive available appointments you need to submit your applications.īe advised: Routine passport processing time is currently taking 6 to 8 weeks. That said, the more services and applications involved with your appointment, the more time it will take, especially if each person needs a passport photo taken. Some locations offer passport photo services, as well. We detail each of the steps of this process in the next section.īoth individual and family appointments are available. Users can use the online appointment scheduler to apply for a new passport in person at an application acceptance facility. Routine passport processing appointments are available online through the United States Postal Service.Your choice depends on how quickly you need your new passport: There are 2 ways to make a passport appointment online. These must be done at a passport agency or center. These are key requirements for a new passport. First-time applicants must sign their DS-11 application for a new passport in front of an Acceptance Agent. You have to visit either a regional passport agency or a local passport application acceptance facility. But if you need a new passport, you have no choice. Please contact the library at 815.459.1687, x4 or visit for additional information.A US passport appointment can be hard to get. These tips are a general overview and not all situations are covered. For more information about what constitutes as parental awareness, or acceptable forms of ID, please visit the following link Īdditional documentation is needed for births abroad and domestic and foreign adoptions. In order to do so, either the parent or applicant must bring valid photo identification. If one parent is unable to attend, a notarized DS-3053 Statement of Consent form must be submitted along with a copy of the front and back of the non-applying parent’s ID.Īcceptable forms of identification are a valid Illinois Driver’s License, Illinois state ID card, valid passport or military ID card.Īpplicants 16 or 17 years of age may apply with sufficient parental awareness.
If the applicant is under 16 years of age, both parents and the applicant must be present. For specific fee information, please contact the library or visit United States Passport Fees. Department of State.” Acceptance fee: The library accepts payment by check or cash. Application fee: Please make your check or money order payable to “U.S. Payment – There are two separate payments required. We don’t recommend individuals attempt to take their own passport photos. Avoid wearing uniforms, camouflage, bare shoulders, spaghetti straps or white shirts. General requirements: All-white background and no eyeglasses. Please review the State Department’s guidelines for passport photos. The library does not provide photo services however, there are several places near the library that provide the service, such as Walgreens and CVS. Passport for applicants over the age of 16.Ĭurrent passport photo – A 2” x 2” color photo of yourself, taken within the last six months, is required. Original proof of citizenship – Applicants must provide original proof of citizenship, such as certified, original, long form birth certificates, naturalization papers, or a U.S. The library has a copier available for you to make copies for a small fee. Both the front and back of the ID must be copied on one side of the 8½” x 11″ plain white paper. In addition, a photocopy of the front and back of the same photo ID must be provided with the application.
Valid photo identification – Applicants and parents of applicants under age 16 must have a valid photo ID. Both parents and children must be present for all applications for children under the age of 16. Do not sign the application until asked to do so by an agent.Īpplicants and relevant parties – The applicant must be present. The library also provides applications which must be filled out in black ink with no whiteout. Application – Applications may be filled out online at and then printed single-sided.