Rush Second Passport Detailed Requirements

1. Completed Passport Application (DS-82)

Complete, print and SIGN the DS-82 application online at https://pptform.state.gov/.  Handwritten passport applications will NOT be accepted by the US Department of State.

•  Click SUBMIT under Apply Online.  The Passport Application System will then ask you a series of questions regarding your passport application. 
  • REQUIRED: Social Security Number MUST be entered on application. If you have never been issued a SSN, please submit a signed statement. You may view a sample statement here.
• Fill in where appropriate. Please select the following options under Passport Product and Fees (You will NOT be asked to pay any of these fees electronically; you will simply be advised of what you should expect your fees to be): 
  • Passport Options: Passport Book, 52 page recommended ($130)
  • Processing Methods: Expedited at Agency Service ($60)
  • Delivery Methods: Standard Delivery (FREE)
• Click next for printing instructions. Click "Create Form" at the bottom/end. Create Form will launch Adobe Acrobat Reader with your DS-82 application pre-filled.
• NOTE: The application MUST be completely filled out online and printed.
• NOTE: Please verify the application will have two barcodes, one on the left side and one on the bottom right side.
• NOTE: Verify that you have SIGNED and DATED the DS-82 with blue ink once printed. Electronically signed applications will not be accepted.
• NOTE: The signature on your DS82 application should always match your Letter of Authorization.  If they differ signficantly, the passport office my request a new DS82 application and/or Letter of Authorization. 

1. Document Pre-Check

Prior to sending your Passport Renewal Documents, securely upload photos of your documents to our expert team to review to confirm your application is ready to be submitted once we receive it.

Upload your Passport Renewal documents for review using our Pre-Check Service here 

1. Valid Passport

Submit your current, valid 10-year passport.   (Important Note:  Keep a copy of your passport biographical information page for your records)

1. Passport Photographs

You must provide two identical, recent 2 x 2 passport style photographs in color, front view and with a plain/white background. You can obtain passport photos at a local drug store (Walgreen's, CVS) in your area.

IF you chose our digital photo service, you can simply take a selfie and upload the photo and we'll properly size the photo and adjust the background to create a perfectly compliant passport photo.

US Passport Photo Requirements:

- Your head must face the camera directly with full face in view.

- You must have a neutral facial expression or a natural smile, with both eyes open.

- Taken in clothing normally worn on a daily basis

- Taken in the last 6 months

- Use a plain white or off-white background

- Be sized correctly

• 2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm) 
• Head must be between 1 -1 3/8 inches (25 - 35 mm) from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head

- Printed in color on matte or glossy photo quality paper

- You cannot wear glasses.

• If you cannot remove your glasses for medical reasons, please include a signed note from your doctor with application.

- You cannot wear a hat or head covering.

• If you wear a hat or head covering for religious purposes, submit a signed statement that verifies that the hat or head covering in your photo is part of recognized, traditional religious attire that is customarily or required to be worn continuously in public.
• If you wear a hat or head covering for medical purposes, submit a signed doctor's statement verifying the hat or head covering in your photo is used daily for medical purposes.
• Your full face must be visible and your hat or head covering cannot obscure your hairline or cast shadows on your face.

- You cannot wear headphones or wireless hands-free devices.

1. Letter of Authorization

Contact us to receive your Letter of Authorization.

The Letter of Authorization (LOA) is required in order to expedite your passport. The LOA gives us permission to represent you at the U.S. Department of State to secure your passport.

One copy must be included within your sealed documents. An additional copy must be inside your FedEx package.

Ensure that the Courier Company Name is printed as it appears at the top of that page. This will help avoid processing delays. Hand print and sign in BLACK INK ONLY. (PRINT TWO COPIES)

Contact us for your required Letter of Authorization.
[email protected]
844-804-6223

1. Letter Requesting Second Passport

Submit two copies of a personal letter of explanation (click here) addressed to the US Passport Agency explaining why you are requesting a second passport. The letter must be signed by you.

Use this sample (click here) as a template of your request.

1. Proof of Departure

You must provide a copy of   ONE of the following:

• Your foreign travel plane ticket • Your printed travel itinerary showing foreign travel
• If this is a business trip, you may present a business letter from your employer.

NOTE- For NEW PASSPORT (DS-11) ONLY: Please make a copy of your Proof of Departure to include outside of your sealed envelope in the package you are sending to Passports and Visas for processing.

1. Fees

Make One check payable to "US Department of State" for $190 (this is the government processing fee).

• Be sure to include your date of birth on the check.
• Starter checks and 3rd party checks will NOT be accepted and will cause delays.
• If you have selected to also purchase a passport card, an additional $30 for adults 16 and older (or an additional $15 for children 15 and younger) should be included in your check to US Department of State.

Our Service Fee is $399

2.2 Send the Application to Passports and Visas.com

Please Note: If you paid for an inbound shipping service your account manager will contact you to provide a Shipping Label via email to send us your completed application. 

Send the Overnight Envelope (Fedex, UPS, etc) to us at :