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Weber State University: Study Abroad Passport Office

We are now open!

We are located in the Student Services building room 154

We are open Monday - Friday from 12pm - 4pm by appointment only. Make an appointment below or visit https://calendly.com/studyabroad-weber/passport

Our office, as well as the Wildcat Copy Center located in the Shepherd Union Building, offer printed passport photo services for $12.99 for two images. No appointment is required to get your passport photo taken at the Copy Center. They are open Monday through Thursday from 9am - 3pm. Or you can get your photo printed at your appointment with us.

Downloadable application forms, current requirements and fees, travel warning, consular information sheets and much more can be found on the Department of State's official website.

 
 

Passport Application Information

Please read all information thoroughly! If documents are missing or incomplete, you will be required to reschedule.

First Time Passport Application

If you've never had a U.S. passport, are 16 or under, or aren't allowed to renew an existing passport by mail, you will need to apply in person.

Step 1: Gather Necessary Documents

  • Application forms (unsigned)
  • Proof of identity document and a photocopy of the front and back
  • Proof of U.S. Citizenship document and a photocopy of the front and back

Step 2: Prepare Application Package

  • Complete your Form DS-11 Application for U.S. Passport on the State Department website.
  • Print your completed application. DO NOT SIGN YOUR APPLICATION. A Passport Agent must witness your signature.
  • Have a passport photo taken. Weber's Copy Center offers passport photo services. Located in the Shepherd Union Building, open M-TH 9- 2pm.
  • Photocopy your proof of identity and U.S. Citizenship documents.
  • Calculate your fees. List of fees here
    • The Weber State Cashiers office accepts credit cards, checks, and cash for passport acceptance fees. This will be paid onsite. 
    • State Department fees are mailed with your application. You can pay with a personal, certified, cashier's, traveler's check, or money order, payable to "U.S. Department of State."

Step 3: Schedule an Appointment

Step 4: Attend in person appointment and pay processing fees

  • processing fees vary by application type. Please find an updated List of fees here.

Renewing Passport

  • Renewing Passports: If you answer 'Yes' to all 5 eligibility questions below you can mail your renewal form directly to the State Department.

Your passport:

  • Is in your possession to submit with your application.
  • Is undamaged other than normal "wear and tear."
  • Was issued when you were 16 or older.
  • Was issued within the last 15 years.
  • Was issued in your current name or you can document your name change. 

If you don't meet all the renewal requirements, you'll need to do a new, first-time passport application and make an in-person appointment.

Passports for Minors under 16

  • Both parents/guardians must authorize the issuance of a child's passport. The best way to give consent is for both parents/guardians to go with the child when applying.
  • Children need evidence of citizenship.
  • Parents/guardians need proof of parental relationship.
  • Children's passports are only valid for 5 years. When they expire they will need to make an in person appointment to apply for a new passport. 

Documents

First Time Passport Application: DS-11 

Passport Renewal Form: DS-82

 

 

Tips and Helpful Information

For any and all questions relating to passports please visit https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html

Processing Times:

4-6 weeks processing time and up to 2 weeks of mailing times. If you have an urgent need to travel please visit this State Department page: Urgent Travel Passport

Citizenship Evidence Documents:

  • U.S. birth certificate 
  • Full validity, undamaged U.S. Passport
  • Consular Report of Birth Abroad or Certification of Birth
  • Certificate of Naturalization
  • Certificate of Citizenship 

Passport Photos:

  • The correct photo size is 2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm).
  • Eyeglasses are not allowed in Passport photos. If you cannot remove your glasses for medical reasons, you must submit a signed statement from your doctor with your Passport application. 
  • The U.S. State Department specifies that photos must have a neutral facial expression with both eyes open and mouth closed. 
  • Don't wear a white shirt, uniform, or camouflage patterns for your photo.
  • Take off your hat or head covering.
    • If you wear one for religious purposes, submit a signed statement that says it is religious attire worn daily in public.
    • If you wear one for medical purposes, submit a signed doctor's statement that says you wear it for medical purposes.
    • Your full face must be visible and your hat or head covering cannot cast shadows or cover part of your face.