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Apply for a Special-Issuance Passport

Learn how to apply for a special-issuance passport. This is for travel on official or diplomatic duties for the U.S. government.

  • Department of State Employee

    Employees and their eligible family members can apply for special-issuance passports for official travel.

    Apply as a DoS employee

  • Department of Defense Employee

    Employees and their eligible family members can apply for a special-issuance passport if they have official travel. 

    Apply as a DoD employee

  • Federal Agency Employee

    Employees and their eligible family members may apply for a special-issuance passport if they have official travel. 

    Apply as a federal employee

  • Contractors

    Contractors traveling in support of the U.S. government may apply for special-issuance passports in limited circumstances.

    Find out if you’re eligible

  • Congressional Member or Employee

    Members of congress, their spouses, their staff, and their military escorts may apply for a special-issuance passport for official travel. 

    Apply as a congress member

  • Passport Application Help

    Find answers to your questions as you complete your application.

    Find help
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Last Updated: April 07, 2026

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