Use this procedure if:

--You are 18 and older (applying for first-time US passport or had a passport issued as a minor for 5 years)
--If you have never had a US Passport before or
--Your US Passport was issued more than 15 years ago



STEP 1. GATHER THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS:


  • Proof of citizenship: original US birth certificate issued by the state with both parents' names or Certificate of Naturalization or original passport issued more than 15 years ago

  • Two passport photos (must be taken within last 2-3 months), no glasses. Photos can be taken at the post office

  • Copy of valid in-state driver's license (front & back)- bring original with you

  • Copy of itinerary showing international flights departing within 14 days after your post office appointment. If you don't have itinerary, please email us: info@passportplusvisas.com

  • One Application DS-11 (fill out online)- this form must be filled out online. All hand-written applications will be suspended

  • One letter of authorization (click here to download)- this form must be included inside your sealed envelope. If not, your paperwork will be suspended and it will take considerably longer to process your passport.

  • Personal check or money order made out to "US DEPARTMENT OF STATE". If you are applying for passport book only, amount should be $190. If you are applying for passport book AND passport card, amount should be $220.



STEP 2: MAKE AN APPOINTMENT AND VISIT YOUR LOCAL POST OFFICE


  • You will need to visit your local post office that can handle HAND CARRY PROCEDURES. CLICK HERE TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT. Appointments are required at most post offices after Covid.
  • Make sure to bring all documents listed in STEP 1 with you. Photos can be taken at the post office. Tell post office clerk that you need to do a hand carry procedure.
  • A special post office clerk will to witness your signature and seal all of your documents in one envelope. You MUST ensure that letter of authorization AND itinerary are included INSIDE sealed envelope. If not, your paperwork will be suspended and it will take much longer to finish processing of your passport. You will be charged $35 or $50 (if you need to take photos) for this procedure.
  • UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES ALLOW THE POST OFFICE CLERK TO MAIL YOUR ENVELOPE DIRECTLY TO THE NATIONAL PASSPORT CENTER. YOU MUST WALK OUT OF THE POST OFFICE WITH YOUR SEALED ENVELOPE!



STEP 3: FILL OUT ORDER FORM & CALCULATE FEES




FEES (IVS Service Fee + Shipping Fee)


IVS Service Fees
7-10 business days process
4-6 business days
Next business day
Price per application      
$350.00
$550.00
$750.00





Shipping Fees   
   FedEx Overnight     
FedEx 2 Day Return

$45.00
$35.00





STEP 4: MAIL YOUR SEALED ENVELOPE & ORDER FORM TO OUR NEW YORK OFFICE ADDRESS BELOW WITHIN 24 HOURS OF YOUR POST OFFICE APPOINTMENT


INTERNATIONAL VISA SERVICE/PASSPORT PLUS

20 EAST 49TH STREET, 3RD FLOOR

NEW YORK NY 10017

TEL: 212-759-5540



NEW U.S. PASSPORT FOR ADULTS

*** The service fees are non-refundable. Due to the high volume of applications being processed, the processing times may be changed by the Passport Agency. INTERNATIONAL VISA SERVICE is not responsible for processing delays within US Department of State or shipping delays. INTERNATIONAL VISA SERVICE is NOT a government agency. By mailing your paperwork to INTERNATIONAL VISA SERVICE for processing, you confirm that you reviewed our website and agree to all rules and prices listed on our website.

INTERNATIONAL VISA SERVICE