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What you need to apply link
- 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.
- Valid, unexpired photo ID plus single-sided front-and-back photocopy. 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 plus photocopy. 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.
