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Apply for a Second Passport Book
You may be eligible for a second passport book if you have a valid U.S. passport book and meet several requirements. A second book is valid for 4 years or less.
Reasons you may need a second passport book
A foreign destination will deny a visa or entry to you because your passport has stamps showing travel to certain destinations. For example, an Israeli visa or entry or exit stamps from some Middle Eastern destinations can cause issues.
You have frequent international travel and need to apply for multiple foreign visas to several destinations on an ongoing basis. For example, you work for an international airline or a multinational company.
- A foreign embassy or consulate is processing your visa application and cannot return your U.S. passport in time for your trip.
- You need:
- A special validation for travel to a restricted destination or area.
- To prevent the cancelation of a valid passport that has a valid visa.
- To change an endorsement on your passport book in emergency circumstances.
- More endorsements, but they do not fit on the endorsement pages of the passport book.
Differences to keep in mind
- The new passport book will include a different passport number. Be sure to update your Trusted Traveler account information with the passport you will use to travel.
- The book will also be marked with a special endorsement code not found in your first passport book and is valid for only 4 years instead of 10.
- We only issue second passport books, not second passport cards.
Where to apply
If you are using Form DS-82 or DS-5504, mail these forms using the U.S. Postal Service. Postal employees should never review these forms before you mail them.
If you are using Form DS-11, go to an acceptance facility. An acceptance agent will review and accept your form and supporting documents. You may need to make an appointment at these locations.
Steps to apply
If you have your valid 10-year passport and can submit it with your application, please sign this statement and follow the steps to renew.
If you are not able to submit your 10-year passport, please sign this statement and follow the steps to apply in-person.
Replacing your second passport book after a name change
Less than 1 year since receiving your second passport and legally changing your name
Fill out Form DS-5504, sign and date a statement explaining why you still need a second passport book after your name change, and follow the steps on Change or Correct a Passport.
More than 1 year after receiving your second passport or legally changing your name
Follow the application steps listed in the steps to apply section on this page.