New York Passport Agency

Physical Address:
Greater New York Federal Building
376 Hudson Street
New York, NY 10014-3621

Hours: 
7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Monday through Friday

By appointment only
Closed federal holidays

Mailing Address:
U.S. Department of State
New York Passport Agency
CA/PPT/NY
44132 Mercure Cir.
PO Box 1122
Sterling, VA 20166-1122

Application Number Starts With:
11

 
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How to Apply at a Passport Agency

1. Find out if you're eligible

To apply at this passport agency, you must:

  • Have international travel within 14 calendar days.
  • Show printed proof of international travel. See examples in the 'Collect all your application materials' section below on this page.
  • Pay the $60 expedite fee with your application fees.
  • Note: If you need a foreign visa, your appointment must be within 28 calendar days of your travel.

If you have a life-or-death emergency, please see Life-or-Death Emergencies. If you don't meet the requirements for an appointment, request expedited service.

We do not charge a fee to make appointments. If you asked to pay for an appointment, you should consider the request to be fraudulent. We are not affiliated with any third-party appointment booking services. We may not be able to honor appointments booked via third parties. Do not attempt to book duplicate appointments.

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2. Collect all your application materials

  • Printed confirmation of your appointment
  • Printed proof of international travel
    • Flying: show a flight receipt or an itinerary.
    • Driving or taking a boat to Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, or the Caribbean: show a hotel reservation, cruise or bus tickets, or international car insurance.
  • Fill out your form(s) online and print it 
  • All required supporting documents
  • One passport photo
  • Application fee and expedite fee
    • Pay with a credit or debit card.
    • You can also use a prepaid card that is not linked to a line of credit or bank account, or a digital wallet such as Apple, Google, or Samsung Pay. 
    • You cannot pay with cash, or a check or money order. 

*We accept all forms for first-time and renewal customers. Not sure what forms or supporting documents you need? Start at the Passport Application Wizard.

 

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3. Make an appointment

Follow these steps:

I have not yet applied

  1. Go to our Online Passport Appointment System.
  2. Enter information about your travel plans to see if you qualify for an appointment. You may make an appointment for up to 7 members of your household.
  3. Enter your email address. We will email you a code which you must enter to continue making an appointment. Check your junk or spam folder if you do not see the code in your inbox.
  4. Enter your mobile phone number. We will send you an SMS text message with another code you must enter to continue making an appointment.
  5. Finish scheduling your appointment. Check your email for a message confirming the details of your appointment. The system will hold your appointment for 15 minutes. If you do not confirm your appointment within 15 minutes, start over.
  6. If you need to cancel or change the appointment, click the link in the confirmation email to get information about your appointment. If you made an appointment over the phone, forward the email you received confirming your appointment to NPIC@state.gov with “Cancel my Appointment” in the subject line. 

I have already applied

Call 1-877-487-2778 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Mondays through Fridays, or on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. We close on federal holidays. 

Se habla español. If you are deaf or hard of hearing, call 1-888-874-7793 for TDD/TTY teletype services. 

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4. Arrive early to your appointment

Follow these steps:

  1. Arrive 15 minutes early to allow for security screening before your appointment time.
  2. You must show valid government ID to enter the building. You cannot bring weapons, food, and drinks (except water in a sealable bottle). 
  3. After security screening, go to the information windows on the first floor. Check in with a representative who will confirm your appointment, review your materials, and give you a ticket. We may cancel your appointment if you do not have all required documents with you.
  4. Take the elevator to the 10th floor. You cannot return to the building unless you are picking up your passport.
  5. On the 10th floor, follow instructions from agency staff. We will announce your appointment number and window. Watch the monitors in the lobby.
  6. At the window, a staff member will review your application and supporting materials. They will also discuss options for picking up or delivering your passport.

Other reminders

  • While waiting in our lobby, you can use your phone or electronic device but you must silence it. Please do not take photos or videos in the agency.
  • Bring portable chargers since we do not have electrical outlets.
  • We cannot guarantee same-day service for all customers.
  • At the end of every day, we will get rid of any unclaimed personal items left in our agency.
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Getting Here

Parking and public transit information

The City of New York has metered parking spots available on Varick and Hudson Streets. There are also parking garages and lots nearby. The fees to park may change without notice. 

The agency is one block away from the Houston Street subway station. 

Last Updated: March 27, 2024