Documents required for Second Passport

Please follow these steps for the Online Government Passport Application Form DS-82

1. Fill out the form online.
2. Note that hand-written forms will not be accepted.
3. Please print the application upon completion and sign and date the form in blue or black ink.

To create a suitable passport photo, following measures should be taken in account.

1. Color photo, size: 2 x 2 inches with White background
2. Photo should be professionally taken and not old than 6 months.
3. No uniforms, headgear, or white shirts.
4. No Eyeglasses when taking photo.

Examples of photos attached for clarification.

Review the Photo requirements checklist before submitting.

• Photo must in color. No grayscale photo is accepted.
• Size must be 2(width) x 2(height) inches.
• Printed on matte or glossy photo-quality paper.
• Taken within the last 6 months, reflecting most recent appearance.
• Full face, front view, head centered in the frame.
• Neutral expression, eyes open, mouth closed.
• Head size: between 1 inch and 1 3/8 inches from chin to top of the head.
• Background: plain white or off-white, without distracting shadows on the face or background.
• Uniforms are not recommended in photos, except for daily-worn religious attire.
• Avoid hats or headgear that hide the hair or hairline.
• Hearing devices, wigs, or similar articles typically worn should be kept on for the photo.
• Glasses should not be worn; if medically necessary, provide a medical certificate.
• Any articles worn for religious or medical reasons should include an explanatory statement.

1. Required documents must include a passport that is in excellent condition, having been issued within the past 10 years.
2. Any passport that is found to be damaged or mutilated will not be accepted.
3. If there has been a change in your name since the issuance of your passport, it’s important to provide an original or state-certified name change document, which could be due to marriage, divorce, or adoption.

1. For frequent travelers: Include a letter explaining your need for a second valid passport.
2. An Account Manager will email you an application form so you can fill-in and send back to us.
3. Download the sample application here.

1. Include a copy (front and back) of a valid ID. Make sure the copies are very clear and readable.
2. Acceptable IDs include Driver’s License, State ID, Military ID, or any Government-issued ID.
3. Paper IDs, Learner’s Permits, and temporary licenses are not accepted.

The US Department of State will only accept checks or money orders written out properly.

1. Check/Money Order amounting $211.36 for Passport Book.
2. Make the check payable to the “US Department of State.” Please write as written.
3. Pre-printed name and address required in the upper left-hand corner of the check.
4. Starter or temporary checks are not accepted.
5. Amount should be written in complete form. For example, if you are filling a check amounting $220, the amount should be written as “Two hundred and Twenty and 00/100”
6. Applicant’s full name and date of birth must be written in the memo section of the check or money order.

Example of a properly filled check.

1. Common Proof of Travel includes airline, cruise, and hotel reservations.
   • Electronic airline ticket or email confirmation of the airline ticket.
   • Airline reservation.
   • Travel agency reservation.
2. Alternatively, a Business Letter on original company letterhead can be used instead of a travel itinerary. The letter should include:
   • Expected dates of business travel.
   • A concise description of the business activities to be conducted.
   • Original signature from a colleague within your organization, other than yourself.
   • A sample of letter is attached to be printed on company letterhead.
3. The travel itinerary and DS-82 application dates should match and feature the applicant’s name.

The Letter of Authorization permits passport hand couriers to represent you in submitting your passport application.

• The United States Passport Agency mandates your signature on this letter to release your new or updated passport.
• Print the letter and fill it out by hand using a blue pen.
• Ensure the form is completed neatly and avoid using a marker for filling out the letter.