Your Essential Checklist
Gather your birth certificate, proof of identity, and compliant passport photos. Our plain-language guides cover every detail to ensure your application is complete and error-free.
Avoid common delays by understanding official requirements for each document. We help you verify everything before submission to Travel.State.Gov.
Your Essential Checklist
Independent Guidance, Official Verification
Project Passport is an independent informational portal. We provide free, step-by-step guidance. All official submissions are made directly to Travel.State.Gov.
Whether you're applying for the first time, renewing, or getting a passport for a child, we guide you through the official forms and requirements.
First-Time Applicants
Passport Renewals
Minors & Children
Detailed guidance for Form DS-11, including required documents and in-person submission steps. Ensure no unexpected delays.
Eligibility criteria and step-by-step instructions for Form DS-82. Verify if you can renew by mail.
Specific requirements for applicants under 16, including parental consent and presence rules. Document readiness is key.
Gather Documents
Take Photos
Complete Forms
Submit Application
Collect original birth certificates, proof of identity, and any previous passports. We explain what you need.
Review official photo guidelines to ensure your picture meets federal standards. Avoid rejections.
Fill out the correct application form (DS-11 or DS-82) with plain-language, step-by-step guidance.
Learn how to submit your completed application at an acceptance facility or by mail. No unexpected delays.