DS-11 Application Form for New Passport
When applying for a new passport the process starts with the DS-11 Application Form for New Passport. This is the form you will use if you are applying for a new passport, stolen passport, and child passport. The first-time applicant must submit this form along with other documents that are required by the State Department to complete the process. Minors must use this form as well to get a passport. If you are replacing an old or stolen passport, Form DS-11 and Form DS-64 must both be completed and submitted.
Where to Download and Fill out the DS11 Form?
This new passport application form, DS-11, has been updated since 2013. To get access to the form, anyone can go to travel.state.gov and use the State Department Form Filler which would help you select the actual form and fill it out online.
When filling out any passport application form, it is recommended that you use the barcoded version of the form that is located below as an online passport application. Passport books come in 28 pages passport and a 52-page passport book. The passport book with more pages is a better option if you travel regularly and need the extra passport pages.
Requirements for DS-11 Application Form for New Passport
- You have never been issued a United States Passport You are under the age of 16 or
- You were under the age of 16 when your previous United States passport was issued or
- Your most recent United States passport was issued more than 15 years ago
- Your most recent United States Passport was lost or stolen
- Your name has changed since your previous United States passport and you are not able to legally document your name change.
- 1 Passport Photos 2X2 on a white background
- Proof of U.S. Citizenship
DS-11 Application form by hand or online:
OR:
Use the online passport application wizard provided by the U.S. Department of State. This is an online application and it will create a 2D barcode application form in the PDF format for you to print. Many acceptance agents will require the DS-11 application form to be barcoded.
Processing Time for DS-11 Form
Normal processing time for application form DS-11 takes about 4 to 6 weeks. The United States Expedited processing takes about 3 weeks to complete. If you need your United States passport application process quicker you could schedule an appointment to your nearest regional passport agency. Or you have the option to use a registered passport expeditor.
DS 11 New Passport Form Common Questions & Answers
Question: We are military family currently living in South Carolina but will be in North Carolina for an extended time and I was hoping to book an appointment to have my daughter’s minor passport renewed while there. I wanted to make sure it was not an issue getting a passport in a state we don’t reside in currently.
Answer: Minor passport cannot be renewed they would have to apply for a new passport using the DS-11 Application Form
Question: My wife lost her passport we notified the government to discontinue it. To get a new passport she has to file a DS11 form. Any other requirements or applications needed?
Answer: To notify the government you will have to already fill out the DS-64 Application for Lost or Stolen Passport. Therefore you will only need to apply using the DS-11 form.
Question: The online DS11 passport application asks if you have a passport. It does not say if you have ever had one. I had one when I was a child and it expired over 20 years ago. Which option should I pick when completing the DS11 application? I would think “none” as I do not have one currently and do not have the expired one which my parents used to have. Thanks in advance for your help.
Answer: Yes! If the Department of State needs more information they would request it.
Question: My grandson has issued a passport in the year 2007. He is now 7 yrs and I believe it was issued for 5 years. We will be in need of applying for a new passport in since we are unable to find the passport that was issued to him. Do we use the application DS11 Application for a U.S Passport or DS64?
Processing Times:
Normal processing time for application form DS-11 takes about 4 to 6 weeks. The United States Expedited processing takes about 3 weeks to complete. If you need your United States passport application process quicker you could schedule an appointment to your nearest regional passport agency. Or you have the option to use a registered passport expeditor.
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hello, a new adult passport is $110 with acceptance agent fee of $25
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My daughter is 9 years old and her passport is expired ,I can’t make it to the emergency passport appointment only here mom will go. Whats the paper I need to fill out that I can’t make it to the appointment?
hello, he must surrender his current passport in order to get a new passport. How old is he?
We are taking a trip in March and we will be back before my son’s passport expires but I would like to apply for a new one so he has it when we get back. Is there any way we can apply without turning in his current one or do I just let it expire
you can print a PDF version off the Governments website or get one from your post office
when is your international travel date?
a DS 82 renewal app.
I plan to become a penament resident of the Phillipines. Where do I begin?
I just want a new passport form to print out. Do not want to fill it out online.
This would be my first passport and Id like to travel in the next 70-90 days. Would my passport be in the mail quick enough? What are the price options on shipping and passport?
My wife and I have renewed our passports, what form do we use to get the passport card?
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when did the passport expire?
hello, it does not matter you can apply anywhere in the US
when did the passport expire?
Does it matter what state you apply and receive your passport in? I’m currently living in one state but trying to establish residency in another state. I may need a passport for additional proof of identity for drivers license.
I have my old passport which I never renewed. Do I use DS-11 form or DS-82 form?
Hello, it will be a renewal passport & you must compile a DS 82 app, current passport, passport photos and passport fees ($110 passport book). You will mail everything directly to the US Department of State address listed on your DS 82 app. Please note if the passport is 5 years past expiration date you must apply in person for a new adult passport.
My current valid passport does not expire until Sept. 2020 but it has only 2 empty pages left. I travel a lot and usually, visas require 2 empty pages. I would like to get a new passport since additional pages are no longer offered. Which application doe I have to fill out?
yes
Does this form work if you over the age of 16 and have never had a passport, for instance I’m 20
Hello, as of now you still need to provide an original/certified copy birth certificate, things are subject to change in 2018
Hello, you must appear in person at an acceptance facility such as a post office/county clerk’s office. You will need a DS 11 and DS 64 app along with your original/certified copy birth certificate, passport photos, passport fees ($110 plus acceptance agent fee of $25), driver’s license and any original/certified name change documents (if needed)
i lost my passport and it expires october 24, 2017, do i need to file for a lost passport or just renew?
i have an enhanced driver’s license and a trusted travelers program id card. Can either card be used to prove u.s.. citizenship?
Hello, please visit http://www.uspassporthelpguide.com/passport-photo/
What does my daughter need for a picture?
hello, a passport card is valid for travel by land and sea, you cannot board an international flight with a passport card.