How to Replace a Lost or Stolen Passport

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If you are a jet-setter, than misplacing your passport can be a real downer. Follow these easy steps to replace your passport and get back on the road.

Step 1: Report the missing passport
Report your missing passport immediately. This is the crucial first step in replacing your lost or stolen passport. Call the National Passport Information Center at 1-877-487-2778. You will be asked to fill out the form "DS-64":travel.state.gov/passport/forms/ds64/ds64845.ht…, which will validate your claim.

Tip
If you are overseas and misplace your passport, contact the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate.

Step 2: Fill out form DS-11
Begin the replacement process by completing the Application for Passport, Form "DS-11":travel.state.gov/passport/forms/ds11/ds11842.ht…. This form can be found online by going to the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Consular Affairs website.

Step 3: Turn in the form
Print the DS-11 and take it to the nearest acceptance facility or passport agency. Do not sign the form until you are at the facility.

Step 4: Bring identification
Bring your DS-11, as well as a previously issued U.S. passport, a certified birth certificate, a naturalization certificate, certificate of citizenship, or current government-issued ID to the acceptance facility or passport agency

Step 5: Photocopy the ID
Photocopy both sides of your photo ID on an 8½-by-11-inch piece of paper, and bring that along with your other information.

Step 6: Pay the fee
Pay the passport fee. Fees are subject to change, but you can expect to pay at least $95, plus a $25 execution fee.

Tip
Call the facility to find out the acceptable methods of payment. Some accept credit cards and other don’t.

Step 7: Bring photos
Bring two identical 2-by-2-inch color photographs of yourself. The guidelines are very strict, so it’s best to have someone who takes passport photos do the job.

Step 8: Wait for delivery
Wait for your passport to be delivered to you in the mail and you’ll be all set to globe trot again.

Did You Know?
The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative requires travelers to present a passport or other ID when entering the U.S.