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What you need to apply

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  • Personal check or money order payable to the U.S. Department of State. A separate check or money order for each application is preferred. The US Department of State does not accept temporary or business checks.
  • Completed form DS-11 Passport Application, unsigned and filled out in black ink or typed. Available at travel.state.gov/applyinperson. Please print single-sided. Please note, we do not accept Form DS-82.
  • Color passport photo 2x2 inches in size. For photo requirements, see travel.state.gov/photos. Required photos may also be taken during your appointment at the Austin Public Library Passport Services Office. We offer printed passport photos only and do not provide digital photo services.
  • Valid, unexpired photo ID. If out-of-state, a supplementary ID document is needed. See travel.state.gov/identification for a list of acceptable ID documents.
  • Evidence of U.S. Citizenship. Examples include a long-form U.S. birth certificate, certificate of naturalization, or prior full-validity U.S. passport. For details, see travel.state.gov/citizenship. Note: you must provide the original or a certified copy from the office of record. This will be submitted with your application and returned to you by mail.
  • Documentation of name changes or other names used. Original or certified copy required.
  • If you are renewing a minor-issued passport (issued before age 16) and are now updating to an adult passport for ages 16 and 17:
    • Bring your minor’s original US Birth Certificate (long form) and your most recent minor passport along with the above listed documents.

Passport Fees

Passport Fees link

Two separate payments are required:

  • A personal check or money order payable to the U.S. Department of State, per application (Passport application fees). The US Department of State does not accept temporary or business checks. The Austin Public Library is not able to accept an electronic payment for this fee to the U.S. Department of State.
  • A credit or debit card, or check or money order for the Acceptance Facility fee, per application.
  • Acceptance fees are set by federal regulation. By law, passport fees are non-refundable.

Application Fees for a Passport Book by Personal Check or Money Order

A passport book may be used for international travel by air, land or sea.

  • $130 for an applicant aged 16 or older
  • $100 for an applicant aged 15 or younger
  • Expedited Processing: add $60 per application 
  • 1-2 day shipping of passport book to you: add $21.36 per application
  • Payable to the U.S. Department of State by personal check or money order ONLY. The US Department of State does not accept temporary or business checks. The Austin Public Library is not able to accept an electronic payment for this fee to the U.S. Department of State.

Application Fees for a Passport Card by Personal Check or Money Order

A passport card may be used only for border crossings by land or sea in the United States, Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Bermuda. It cannot be used for international travel by air.

  • $30 for an applicant aged 16 or older
  • $15 for an applicant aged 15 or younger
  • Payable to the U.S. Department of State by personal check or money order ONLY. The US Department of State does not accept temporary or business checks. The Austin Public Library is not able to accept an electronic payment for this fee to the U.S. Department of State. Can be combined with payment for a passport book.   

Acceptance Facility-Library Fees by Personal Check, Money Order, or Credit or Debit Card

  • Application acceptance fee: $35 
  • Photo services fee: $12
  • Payable to Austin Public Library by credit or debit card, check or money order. No cash, please.

Passport Renewals

Passport Renewals link

If your previous passport was issued when you were 16 or older or has been expired for less then five years (fifteen years from the issue date), you may be eligible to renew by mail. If you choose to renew in person, you must complete the DS-11 Passport Application and pay the $35 application acceptance fee. We cannot accept the DS-82 Renewal Application. See travel.state.gov/renew for more details.

Passports for Minors

Passports for Minors link

  • Minor applicants must be present at the appointment. Both legal parents and/or guardians, when applicable, must be present for applications of children under age 16, and evidence of parental or custodial relationship must be provided (for example, a birth certificate, court order, or adoption degree showing parent/guardian names). Other options include bringing a notarized Statement of Consent Form DS-3053 from the absent parent plus a front-and-back photocopy of that parent's ID, a court order showing sole legal custody, or a birth certificate with only one parent listed. Please see Children Under 16 for details and options. 
  • Minors aged 16-17 must show parental awareness. A parent/guardian can be present at the appointment and/or provide payment in the parent's name. Additionally, a parent/guardian who is present can identify a minor applicant who does not have their own acceptable photo ID. Please see Applicants Age 16 and 17 for more information.
  • A front-and-back photocopy of acceptable ID from each parent/guardian consenting to and/or signing a minor's application must be provided.