Send a written request for records to:

U.S. Department of State
Office of Records Management
Records Review and Release Division
44132 Mercure Cir
P.O. Box 1227
Sterling, VA 20166

The written request must include:

1. Full name at birth and any names used for the individual whose records you are requesting
2. If you are requesting records for someone else:
   • Provide your full name 
   • Show you have legal authority to request records, and include evidence of your relationship
3. Date and place of birth of the individual whose records you are requesting
4. Your contact information including mailing address, phone number, and email address
5. Passport information including the date or estimated date issued and the number (if known)
6. Any other information that will help us locate the records
7. A clear copy of both sides of your valid, government-issued photo ID such as a driver's license

Other Requirements 

• Use DS-4240 to provide proof of authorization if requesting records on someone else's behalf
• Sign your request in front of a notary public, or include a copy of your valid, government-issued photo ID

Processing Times

• 12 to 16 weeks

Fees

• There are no fees to request a regular copy of passport records
• If you want certified copies of these records, the certification fee is $50
• Make checks or money orders payable to “U.S. Department of State.” 

Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Requests

Submit a request if you want someone's passport records, and:

• You do not have an authorization from that person, or 
• The person is deceased

Email us at ppt-public-foiarequests@state.gov. You can also mail us at:

U.S. Department of State
Office of Records Management
Records Review and Release Division
FOIA Officer
44132 Mercure Cir
P.O. Box 1227
Sterling, VA 20166

The National Archives and Records Administration has records for passports issued before 1925. 

Contact information

National Archives and Records Administration
Archives 1
Reference Branch
8th & Pennsylvania Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20408

1-866-325-7208 or 202-357-5411
inquire@nara.gov