1) Current passport in your possession
(Passport must be signed.)
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2) Two (2) passport-type photographs
Photographs must be official passport-type only, approximately 2" x 2" with a plain white or off-white
background. Photos must be sufficiently recent to be a good likeness and need not be signed. Glossy or matte
finish photographs are acceptable. Machine or home photographs are not acceptable. Do not wear a hat or any item
that covers the face (except prescription glasses). Face forward only; no side shots or profiles will be
accepted.
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3) Proof of Departure (Rush or Emergency Processing)
An acceptable form of Proof of Departure (such as an airline ticket or an original itinerary) will be needed for
rush or emergency processing. This document must indicate travel to an international destination.
Acceptable forms of proof of departure include an international air itinerary, a photocopy of an international air
or cruise ticket, or a letter from your employer stating you need a passport for imminent international business
travel.
Without a scheduled itinerary or documented travel plans, government regulations do not allow expedited processing
in less than 2 weeks.
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4) Passport Application Form (Form DS-82)
Complete this required government application form and sign your name in the appropriate space. (Online form can be
found at
www.travel.state.gov/passport/forms/ds82/ds82_843.html.)
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5) Legal Name Change Documentation
If applying for a passport renewal due to a legal name change, one of the following will be required:
- Marriage License - original or certified copy is required for a name change due to marriage
(a certified copy can be ordered via VitalChek.com)
- Divorce Decree - original or certified copy is required for a name change due to divorce
(a certified copy can be ordered via VitalChek.com)
- Professional Name Change Documentation - required to show the use of professional name used
for business or entertainment reasons
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American Society of Travel Agents
