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We accept passport applications, including first time applications and applications for expedited processing. Renewal forms are available. Applicants eligible for renewal should follow the 'mail-in' instructions on the form. In-person visits are not required for applicants eligible for renewal.

Passport Locations and Hours

Location Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Ballard 9-4 9-4 9-4 9-4 9-4 10-2
Lake City 9-4 9-4 9-4 9-4 9-4 Closed
University 10-5 10-5 10-5 10-5 10-5 10-2
Central 9-4 9-4 9-4 9-4 9-4 9-5
Southeast 9-4 9-4 9-4 9-4 9-4 10-2
Southwest (formerly Delridge) 10-6 10-6 10-6 10-6 10-6 Closed

Passport Requirements:

  1. State Certified Birth Certificate or previous U.S. Passport or original Certificate of Naturalization must be submitted with a completed application (pdf). These documents will be returned with the new passport.

    Hospital Certificates are not acceptable and are not considered proof of citizenship. Children under 16, renewing a passport, must submit a State Certified Birth Certificate as proof of parent's relationship along with the U.S. Passport.
  2. One current passport photo (2" x 2" with white background) 
  3. Valid Drivers License
  4. Check or Money Order only to U.S. Department of State for each application*

    What are you applying for? US DEPT OF STATE FEE
    (Check or Money Order Only)
    CITY OF SEATTLE FEE
    (Cash or separate check/money order)

    Passport Book Only

    Age 16 and Over-Valid 10 yrs

    $110 for 6 week routine service

    $170 for 2-3 week expedited service

    Add $12.85 for optional express mail delivery

    $25


    Passport Book Only

    Age 15 and Under-Valid 5 yrs.

    $80 for 6 week routine service

    $140 for 2-3 week expedited service

    Add $12.85 for optional express mail delivery

    $25


    Passport Card

    Age 16 and Over-Valid 10yrs.

    $30 card only

    $140 card and book

    $25


    Passport Card

    Age 15 and Under-Valid 5yrs.

    $15 card only

    $95 card and book

    $25

  5. Cash or separate Check or Money Order to City of Seattle for each application. This fee is $25.00 for each adult and $25.00 for each minor.

    We do not accept credit or debit cards as form of payment.
    All applicants, regardless of age, must appear in person.

    Children under age 16 - both parents' signatures are required. If a statement of consent form for the absent parent is being used, it must be notarized. A photocopy (front and back) of the absent parent's ID is required.

Passports are now taking 4 to 6 weeks for regular service & 2-3 weeks for EXPEDITED service.

• If needed prior to 14 days, call the Federal Building for an appointment at: 1-877-487-2778 M-F 6am-12am EST-additional information and forms available on the web at: http://www.travel.state.gov/

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