National Passport Day
March 10, 2012 is the fourth annual National Passport Day, when you can apply for an receive a passport all in the same sitting (as opposed to the weeks it may take during any other time of the year).
When I went to the first National Passport Day in Boston I showed up very early and was first in line, but was out the door with a brand new passport in under 30 minutes!
View the list of Passport Agencies to find the one closest to you. You will need certain documentation to be able to apply for a passport including:
- Evidence of US citizenship
Previously issued, undamaged U.S. Passport
Certified birth certificate, issued by the city, county or state
Consular Report of Birth Abroad or Certification of Birth
Naturalization Certificate
Certificate of Citizenship
- Identification
Previously issued, undamaged U.S. passport
Naturalization Certificate
Valid driver’s license
Current government ID
Current military ID
- Photocopy of identification documents
- Application fees
- One passport photo
Fees for first time applicants
| Type of document | Application Fee | Execution Fee |
| Adult passport book & card | $140 | $25 |
| Adult passport book | $110 | $25 |
| Adult passport card | $30 | $25 |
Fees for renewals
| Type of document | Application Fee |
| Adult passport book & card | $140 |
| Adult passport book | $110 |
| Adult passport card | $30 |
* All fees can be paid by credit card, check or money order