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How To Apply for a Passport

To apply for a passport, you must schedule an appointment and bring all required documents to your appointment, including two separate payments (one to the U.S. Department of State and one to the Clerk's Office).

You should apply in person if:

  • You have never been issued a U.S. passport
  • Your previous passport was issued when you were under age 16
  • Your most recent passport was issued more than 15 years ago
  • Your passport was lost or stolen

Make sure to review the required documents and fees before your appointment to avoid delays in processing.

Step 1: Schedule an Appointment

Passport applications are accepted by appointment only.

Schedule an Appointment

Step 2: Gather the Required Documents

Two Separate Required Payments:

  1. Application Fees

    • Payable to U.S. Dept. of State
(check or money order only)
  2. Acceptance Fees

    • Payable to Salt Lake County Clerk
(VISA, Mastercard, Amex, cash, or check accepted)

Fee Details:

For Ages 16 and Over (Valid for 10 years)

 
Standard Service Application Fee
Expedited Service Application Fee
Acceptance Fee
Passport Book

$130

$190

$35
Passport Card

$30

$90

$35
Passport Book & Card Combo

$160

$220

$35
 

Payable to U.S. Dept. of State
(check or money order only)

Payable to U.S. Dept. of State
(check or money order only)

Payable to Salt Lake County Clerk
(VISA, Mastercard, Amex, cash, or check accepted)

For Ages 15 and Under (Valid for 5 years)

 
Standard Service Application Fee
Expedited Service Application Fee
Acceptance Fee
Passport Book
 $100 $160 $35
Passport Card
 $15 $75 $35
Passport Book & Card Combo
 $115 $175 $35
 
 Payable to U.S. Dept. of State
(check or money order only) Payable to U.S. Dept. of State
(check or money order only) Payable to Salt Lake County Clerk
(VISA, Mastercard, Amex, cash, or check accepted)

For 1-2 day delivery after the passport is processed at the U.S. Department of State, pay $21.36. Include this fee with your check or money order payable to the U.S. Department of State. Only available for passport books mailed to addresses within the United States.

Step 3: Bring Your Documents to Your Appointment

Bring the following documents to your appointment:

You must provide a valid photo identification document (ID) when applying in person if you are:

  • Over age 18
  • A parent or guardian applying with your child

Follow the link below to view all requirements and valid forms of ID on the U.S. Department of State's Website.

Valid Forms of ID

  • Photos must meet all State Department requirements.
  • Passport photo service is available in our office for applicants aged 5 years and older for a fee of $10.00
Photo Requirements

  • Documents not acceptable include:
    • hospital certificate
    • baptism certificate
    • notification-of-birth
    • California abstracts of birth.
  • If born outside the U.S. you must provide a Certificate of Citizenship/Naturalization or Report of Birth Abroad.

Must be provided for all passport applicants.

Step 4: Bring Your Documents to Your In-Person Appointment

  • Please bring all required documents to your scheduled appointment.
  • ALL APPLICANTS must personally appear when applying for a passport.
    • Children under 16 years of age must have both parents present.
    • Children 16 or 17 years of age must have one parent present.

Step 5: What to Expect After Your Appointment

Application processing times may vary, so please refer to the U.S. Department of State website for the most up-to-date information.

Passport Processing Times:

  • Routine: 4-6 weeks*
  • Expedited: 2-3 weeks*

*Processing times only reflect the time your application is with a passport agency or center. It may take 1-2 weeks for your application to arrive before processing begins.

U.S. Department of State

Looking for Passport Renewals?

Passport renewals may be done online or by mail if certain conditions are met. Visit the U.S. Department of State for more information. 



Renew Your Passport Online
Renew Your Passport By Mail