• 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
• Application fee and expedite fee. We accept:
  • Major credit cards
  • Debit/Check card (not ATM cards)
  • Cash (exact amount only- no change provided)
  • Checks
  • 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.

All customers entering the agency must wear a facial covering.  Facial covering includes any covering such as a bandana, scarf, towel, or other piece of cloth or fabric.

1. Please enter the building through the Golden Gate Ave entrance.
2. We suggest you arrive 15 minutes early to go through security screening. You must show valid government ID to enter the building. Weapons (including knives of any size and pepper spray), food, and drinks (except water in a sealable bottle) are not allowed. Anticipate a line at the building entrance.
3. Take the elevator to the 3rd floor.
4. Check in at the Information Desk. Give them your appointment confirmation number to verify your appointment.
5. Be seated and wait until we call your number.
6. When we call your number, go to your assigned window.
7. 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.

There is no public parking available at 450 Golden Gate. There are several parking garages in the area at 355 McAllister St and 376 Larkin St.