Passports
Applying for your passport is a simple process. If you are an applicant applying for a passport for the first time or an applicant renewing a passport issued more than 15 years ago, you must appear in person to sign your application in the presence of a Passport Acceptance Agent. All minors must appear in person with a parent or legal guardian. If applying for a passport for someone 16 and under, please read these pages from the U.S. Department of State.
IMPORTANT: You must have a separate check or money order when applying for a passport.
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Identification Requirements for Passport Applications
You will need to provide evidence of US Citizenship by submitting one of the following documents:
- A certified copy of your United States birth certificate. Long form birth certificates are required, listing both parents' names. Please note: hospital birth certificates are not acceptable. Original foreign birth certificate must be translated into English.
- Your original United States Naturalization certificate.
- Your most recent passport.
You will also need a form of personal identification from the following list:
- Current valid driver's license; if issued less than six months ago, applicant must have additional identification. Contact Clerk's Office for further information.
- Government or military identification.
- Valid aircraft pilot's license issued by the Department of Transportation, FAA.
- An affidavit signed by an identifying witness who is a United States citizen and who has known you for at least two (2) years. This witness must appear before the passport agent when you make application.
Passport Photo
You will need one (1) passport photograph, 2x2 inches. The Clerk’s Office offers this service. Please see the list of fees below. Payment may be in the form of cash, money order, check, or credit card. The photo must have been taken within 6 months of submitting your application in order to be a close likeness. You may also visit other local retailers and AAA to obtain your photo.
Passport Books
A passport book can be used for international travel by air, sea, or land. Passport books are valid for 10 years for persons aged 16 and older and five (5) years for persons aged 15 and younger.
Passport Cards
The wallet-size passport card can be used for travel by land and sea entry from Canada, Mexico, Caribbean, and Bermuda only and is not valid for international travel by air. Passport cards are valid for 10 years for persons aged 16 and older and five (5) years for persons aged 15 and younger.
Cost for Passport Books and Passport Cards
Please review our list of fees below.
Time Frames & Expedited Services
Please refer to the Department of State Website for current processing times as processing times vary throughout the year. There are additional fees payable to U.S. Department of State and the Clerk. Please review the list of fees for regular and expedited services.
Please be aware, any fees payable to the U.S. Department of State must be in form of personal check, money order or cashier’s check (no cash or credit accepted).
Your passport will be mailed directly to you, along with any documents that were sent to the U.S. Department of State with your application. Affidavits and mutilated documents will not be returned.
Passports Renewals
Please see the U.S. Department of State's website to determine if you are eligible to renew by mail, online, or if you must renew in person.
We hope this information will assist you in your application for a passport. If you have any questions, you may contact our office at 741-4022. If you have any questions regarding your passport after your application has been processed by our office, please contact the National Passport Information Center at 1-(877)-487-2778. Visit the U.S. Department of State Passport Page.
| 1) Passport Books - If you are 16 years of age or older (both fees apply) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Description | Amount | |
| 1 | US Department of State Fee - Must be paid separately in the the form of personal check, money order, or cashier's check | $130.00 |
| 2 | Clerk of the Circuit Court Fee - please pay in the form of cash, money order, personal check, or cashier's check | $35.00 |
| 2) Passport Books - If you are 15 years of age or younger (both fees apply) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Description | Amount | |
| 1 | US Department of State Fee - Must be paid separately in the form of personal check, money order, or cashier's check | $100.00 |
| 2 | Clerk of the Circuit Court Fee - please pay in the form of cash, money order, personal check, or cashier's check | $35.00 |
| 3) Expedited Passport Books - If you are 16 years of age or older (both fees apply) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Description | Amount | |
| 1 | US Department of State Fee - Must be paid separately in the form of personal check, money order, or cashier's check | $212.05 |
| 2 | Clerk of the Circuit Court Fee - please pay in the form of cash, money order, personal check, or cashier's check | $68.50 |
| 4) Expedited Passport Books - If you are 15 years of age or younger (both fees apply) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Description | Amount | |
| 1 | US Department of State Fee - Must be paid separately in the form of personal check, money order, or cashier's check | $182.05 |
| 2 | Clerk of the Circuit Court Fee - please pay in the form of cash, money order, personal check, or cashier's check | $68.50 |
| 5) Passport Cards - If you are 16 years of age or older (both fees apply) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Description | Amount | |
| 1 | US Department of State Fee - Must be paid separately in the form of personal check, money order, or cashier's check | $30.00 |
| 2 | Clerk of the Circuit Court Fee - please pay in the form of cash, money order, personal check, or cashier's check | $35.00 |
| 6) Passport Cards - If you are 15 years of age or younger (both fees apply) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Description | Amount | |
| 1 | US Department of State Fee - Must be paid separately in the form of personal check, money order, or cashier's check | $15.00 |
| 2 | Clerk of the Circuit Court Fee - please pay in the form of cash, money order, personal check, or cashier's check | $35.00 |
| 7) Passport Pictures | ||
|---|---|---|
| Description | Amount | |
| 1 | One 2"x2" size picture | $16.05 |
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Notice
Important update on passport processing from the U.S. Department of State: Passport Processing Time Frames
Fill out and print the passport application form and save time when visiting our office:
Electronic Passport Application
The U.S. Department of State provides a tool guide to help you determine which application to use and how to apply:
Passport Application Guide
Passport Status
To Check the status of your passport application with the U.S. Department of State online.
Attn: Passports
P.O. Box 25400
Bradenton, FL 34206
1115 Manatee Avenue West
Bradenton, FL 34205