• Appointment confirmation number
• Proof of the life-or-death emergency such as a death certificate, a statement from a mortuary, or a signed letter from a hospital or medical professional. Documents must be in English or translated in English.
• Printed proof of international travel
  • If you are flying internationally, you must provide a flight receipt or an itinerary. If you are traveling by land or sea to Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, or the Caribbean, you can provide a hotel reservation, cruise tickets, or international car insurance.
• Completed form(s)*
• All required supporting documents*
• One passport photo. The agency cannot take your photo on-site.
• Application fee and expedite fee. We accept:
  • Major credit cards
  • Debit/Check card (not ATM cards)
  • Checks
  • Cash (Exact amount only- no change provided)
  • Bank Draft or Money order

• If you are applying for a child under 16, both parents and child must be present to apply. You must submit documentation that shows parental relationship to that of the child applying for a passport.  See Children Under 16 for a full list of requirements and documents.

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

1. We suggest you arrive 15 minutes early to go through security screening. Weapons, food, and drinks (except water in a sealable bottle) are not allowed. Space is limited in the agency's lobby so please ask friends and family members who are not applying for a passport to remain outside the agency during your visit.
2. Take the elevator to the 10th floor (starting January 3).
3. Check in at the Information Desk. Give them your appointment confirmation number to verify your appointment.
4. Be seated and wait until we call your number.
5. When we call your number, go to your assigned window.
6. A Department of State employee will review your application and supporting materials and discuss available delivery options.

Please note: We may not see you exactly at your appointment time.

The agency is conveniently located above the Peachtree Center MARTA station. The building entrance is located between the Hotel Indigo and BB&T Bank.

If you are driving, parking options are limited near the agency and prices at downtown garages vary from $5 - $40 based on special events in the area.