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1. How long does it take to get a Passport in the mail?

It takes a minimum of 4 to 6 business weeks for processing of a passport application. The fee for an expedited passport is an additional $60 (for a total of $170) and takes a minimum of 2 to 3 weeks. If a passport is needed within 14 days you must appear in person at the U.S. Customs House in Philadelphia by appointment only. Call 877-487-2778 for an appointment.

2. What do I need to bring with me to apply for a Passport?

• Precious Passport of Long Form Birth Certificate: If you have had a previous passport, you must bring it in and submit it. An expired passport can also be used as proof as citizenship, no matter how old the document is. If your passport is damaged/illegible, you must bring either the long form birth certificate or an even older passport that is not damaged as proof of citizenship. Please note that hospital birth registrations, birth notifications, and baptismal certificates are not acceptable forms of citizenship.
• Naturalization certificate if you became a naturalized citizen.
• Valid drivers license. Parent's ID will be used for minors who do not drive.
• Two 2-inch by 2-inch identical photographs. School photographs are not acceptable.
• Information required on the form: Your social security number, parents' birth date and birthplace, current or previous marriage information.

3. Are there special requirements for children?

• Children aged 15 years or younger require both parents/legal guardians consent at the time of applying. A long form birth certificate must be presented. Parental information must appear on the birth certificate. If one parent or guardian cannot be present, a statement of consent form (Number DS3053), or a comparable written statement must be presented at the time of applying and must be notarized within 90 days of the application.
• Please be sure to include a front and back copy of the non-appearing parent's ID. It must be the same ID the parent used to notarize the documentation.
• All minor children age 15 years and younger that had a previous passport are required to bring both the expired passport and the long form birth certificate.

4. What is the fee for a Passport Application?

The fee for passport application is $80 for children up to 15 years of age and $110 for ages 16 years and older. Payments must be made by check, cash or money order. A separate processing fee of $35 is required for each application. This processing fee may be paid in cash, check, or money order. This office does not accept credit or debit cards.