Step 1: Plan to Apply Early

As processing times may vary, it is important to apply early. You must apply for a passport book, not a passport card.

Step 2: Prepare Required Documents

1. Passport Application Form, unsigned
   • This form can be filled out online and printed, or printed and filled out by hand
   • Do not sign this form until told to do so at your appointment
   • Form must be printed single-sided
2. Proof of US citizenship and a black and white photocopy
   • Acceptable documents:
     • US birth certificate
     • Consular report of birth abroad or certification of birth
     • Certificate of naturalization
     • Certificate of citizenship
3. Original photo ID- must bring the original and a black and white photocopy
   • Acceptable documents:
     • In-state driver’s license or enhanced driver's license

       • You may need to bring a second photo ID if your driver’s license is from a different state
     • Military identification card
     • Current valid foreign passport
     • Trusted Traveler ID (ex: Global Entry)
     • US Permanent Resident Card
4. Passport photo-  must meet specific guidelines
5. Passport fee- by check or money order only  
   • Passport Fee Calculator 

Step 3: Apply In-Person

• Find a Passport Acceptance Facility and schedule an appointment if required
  • The USC Post Office at 1600 Hampton Street serves an on-campus Passport Acceptance Facility.  See the USC Post Office website for more information about our on-campus facility.
• Bring all documents listed
  1. Passport Application Form, unsigned
  2. Original proof of US citizenship and photocopy
  3. Photo ID and photocopy
  4. Passport photo
  5. Passport Fee