The office of the City Clerk serves as a passport acceptance facility for the U.S. Department of State, Passport Services. Applications are processed between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Detailed information regarding current requirements and fees, Consular information sheets and downloadable application forms can also be found on the U.S. Department of State website -
http://www.travel.state.gov/.
The U.S. Department of State also wants travelers to be as prepared as possible before they travel. Please visit their website to view
travel alerts, warnings and country specific information.
Passport Books and Passport Cards
Customers have the option of applying for a passport book, a passport card or both. The passport card may only be used for land and sea travel between the United States and Canada, Mexico, Bermuda and the Caribbean. The passport card will provide a less expensive, more convenient alternative for those who travel to these destinations. The Passport Card cannot be used for international travel by air.
New Applicants
You must apply in person and complete the Passport Application Form DS-11 if any of the following are true:
- You have never had a U.S. passport
- You are under age 16
- Your most recent passport was issued more than 15 years ago
- Your most recent passport was lost or stolen
Please bring with you the following required documentation:
Proof of Citizenship (Provide one of the following)
- Previous U.S. Passport
- Certified copy of your birth certificate
- Certificate of Naturalization
Proof of Identity (Provide one of the following)
- Previous U.S. Passport
- Valid Driver's License (A temporary license does not meet this requirement.)
- Government Employee identification card
- Official US Military card
- Current (valid) foreign passport
- FAA's pilot's license
- Certificate of Naturalization with photo attached
Note: If you cannot prove your identity as outlined above, you must bring:
- An Identifying Witness (a relative or someone who has a valid Driver's License) who has known you for at least two years.
- This witness will be required to sign an "Affidavit of Identifying Witness" form.
One Passport Photograph
(See back of application for specific requirements)
Please obtain the photo from an establishment providing passport photo services, vending machine photos are generally not acceptable. For passport photo guidelines including digitized photos you take yourself, please visit the Department of State Passport Photo Guidelines page.
- Recent photo taken within the past 6 months (Likeness of Applicant)
- Front view/full face - no hats or headgear
- 2-inch by 2-inch in size
- Photo must be in color with plain white or off-white background
Passport Renewal (By Mail)
All Passport renewals require the completion of Form DS-82. You may renew your passport by mail if:
- You hold a passport and it is not more than 5 years past the date of expiration and not more than 15 years since being issued.
- You were at least 16 years of age when it was issued.
Instructions:
- Complete, sign and mail Form DS-82.
- Include your most recent passport with a new passport photo.
- If the name you are using differs from the name on your most recent passport, you must
- Submit a certified copy of the marriage certificate or
- Certified copy of Court order showing the change.
Passport Reapplication
If your most recent passport was issued less than 1 year ago, use DS-5504 form for the following:
- Change of name Correction of descriptive date
- Extend the validity of a Limited Passport
Instructions:
Note: There is no fee if your passport was issued less than 1 year ago, unless you request expedited processing.
If your most recent passport was issued more than 1 year ago AND you have the passport, use Form DS-82.
Instructions:
- Complete, sign and mail your application with a new photo to the address listed on the back of the DS-82 form.
- Include the appropriate payment/fee.
If your most recent passport was issued more than 1 year ago AND you do not have the passport, use DS-11 form.
Instructions:
- Complete the DS-11 form
- Bring it to an acceptance agency for processing.
If your passport is mutilated or damaged, you must:
Applications for Minors
Children under age 16 (For new and renewal passports)
Instructions:
Minors must be present when applying.
You must complete the New Applicant DS-11 form and include:
- Proof of Citizenship
- Certified birth certificate issued by the city, county or state
- Certificate of Naturalization (minor's or parent's)
- Proof of Identity
- Previous U.S. Passport
- Certificate of Naturalization
- Government issued identification card
Both parents must appear together to sign the application DS-11 form, or one parent must be present to sign the application, and the absent parent MUST submit a completed and notarized "Statement of Consent" Form DS-3053, along with a copy of both sides of the photo identification of the non-appearing parent.
For more information on obtaining passports for minors, see this information from the Department of State.
Passport Applications for Additional Visa Pages
If passports are required for additional VISA pages, you must use Application form DS-4085.
Fees
New Passport fees were made effective July 13, 2010, please see Service Charges & Fees for complete details. Submitting incorrect passport fees could delay the processing of your application. Please note that the application fee and execution fee are paid separately. Application fee to City of Cape Coral is payable by cash, credit or debit. Execution fee to the U.S. Department of State is payble by check, money order or cashier's checks only. Please review all details regarding Service Charges & Fees.
Below is general listing of fees:
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Applying For
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Application Fee
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Execution Fee
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Use Form
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Adult Passport Book & Card
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$140.00
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$25.00
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DS-11
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Adult Passport Book
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$110.00
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$25.00
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DS-11
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Adult Passport Card
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$30.00
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$25.00
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DS-11
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Applying For
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Application Fee
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Execution Fee
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Use Form
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Minor Passport Book & Card
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$95.00
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$25.00
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DS-11
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Minor Passport Book
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$80.00
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$25.00
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DS-11
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Minor Passport Card
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$15.00
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$25.00
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DS-11
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Renewing
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Application Fee
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Use Form
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Adult Passport Book & Card
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$140.00
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DS-82 |
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Adult Passport Book
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$110.00
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DS-82
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Adult Passport Card
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$30.00
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DS-82
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How Long Passports Are Valid
Adults (16 years of age and older) - Ten (10) years
Children (15 years and younger) - Five (5) years
Passport Processing - Time Requirements
Expedited processing: 2-3 weeks
Regular processing: 4-6 weeks
* During busier times, such as the summer travel season, the U.S. Department of State encourages customers to expedite their applications if traveling in less than 4 weeks.
To check the status of your Passport Application:
- Call 1-877-487-2778 from 6:00a.m. - Midnight EST, Monday through Friday (excluding federal holidays), or
- Check online at http://www.travel.state.gov