The Passport Acceptance Office, located on the 2nd floor of the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, is happy to help you apply for a new passport or renew your current one. Walk-ins only, no appointment needed. Please sign in at the front desk on the second floor.
PLEASE NOTE: Sign-up list opens 30 minutes before The Passport Office opens, and closes 30 minutes before The Passport Office closes.
How to Apply for a New Passport
- Complete the application and PRINT (single-sided) prior to arrival.
- Free Printing, copying, and scanning is available at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library.
- Visit the Passport Acceptance Office on the 2nd floor of the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library.
- All applicants must be present.
Please bring each of the following with your application:
- Bring two checks (per applicant), one written to the U.S. Department of State and one written to the D.C. Treasurer. Forms of payment accepted are personal checks, cashier checks, money orders, or business checks (no starter checks). See fee structure below.
- Proof of ID - valid driver's license, state ID card, military ID, passport.
- Proof of U.S. citizenship (must be original documents - no photocopies). U.S. birth certificate with parent(s) name(s) and official seal OR naturalization certificate OR previously issued passport.
- Color 2" x 2" passport photo with white background for each applicant (photos can be taken onsite for a fee).
If children are getting passports, also bring:
- Use DS 3053 if one parent or guardian cannot go with the child to apply in person for the child's passport. At least one parent listed on the birth certificate/adoption papers/legal guardian court documents, a notarized consent form and a copy (both sides) of non-appearing parent's ID, Military ID, Passport (both information and signature page together) or other acceptable ID.
- For 16 and 17-year-old applicants, only one parent needs to be present, along with birth certificate/adoption papers. A notarized letter is not required.
Important Notice Regarding Birth Certificates
For Applicants Born in Washington, DC
The U.S. Department of State no longer accepts short-form birth certificates or birth certificate cards for passport processing.
You must submit a long-form birth certificate that lists parent(s) information. Please obtain your updated record from the DC Vital Records Division located at 2201 Shannon Place SE, Washington, DC 20020. Please visit their website for their hours.
New/First Time Passport Fees
State Department Fees
Make check/money order payable to the U.S. Department of State.
Routine
| Item | Cost | Estimated Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Adult Passport Book 16+ years | $130 | 4-6 weeks |
| Adult Passport Card 16+ years | $30 | 4-6 weeks |
| Child's Passport Book 15 & under | $100 | 4-6 weeks |
| Child's Passport Card 15 & under | $15 | 4-6 weeks |
Expedited
| Item | Cost | Overnight Return Mail Service 1-3 Day (Optional) | Total Cost | Estimated Processing Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Passport Book 16+ years | $190 | $22.05 | $212.05 | 2-3 weeks |
| Adult Passport Book & Card 16+ years | $220 | $22.05 | $242.05 | 2-3 weeks |
| Adult Passport Card 16+ years | $90 | $22.05 | $112.05 | 2-3 weeks |
| Child’s Passport Book 15 years & under | $160 | $22.05 | $182.05 | 2-3 weeks |
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Child’s Passport Book & Card 15 & under
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$175 | $22.05 | $197.05 | 2-3 weeks |
| Child’s Passport Card 15 & under | $75 | $22.05 | $97.05 | 2-3 weeks |
DC Public Library Fees
Make check/money order payable to D.C. Treasurer.
| Product | Cost | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|---|
| Passport Acceptance Fee | $35 | mandatory |
| Express Overnight Mailing (1-3 Business Days) | $15 | optional |
| Passport Photo | $15 | optional |
Se habla español. If you are deaf or hard of hearing, call 1-888-874-7793 for TDD/TTY teletype services.
Where can I find my application status? Check your status online at passportstatus.state.gov or call 1-877-487-2778.
Please visit the U.S. Department of State Passport and International Travel website for further information on applying for a passport.
If you are planning to travel within 72 hours, you will need to apply in person at the Washington Passport Agency. You must call 877-487-2778 to schedule an appointment. The address is 600 19th St. NW, First Floor – Sidewalk Level, Washington, D.C. 20006.
