Sample Requirements For Second Passport
Below is a sample set of requirements for obtaining the Second Passport Service. These requirements
are only a SAMPLE. To get the EXACT requirements for your passport needs, please go to our
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US Second Passport Requirements
Prerequisites for Second Passport
(if the below criteria are not met, please select a different passport service above)
- Applicant has a valid US passport is in his or her possession, AND;
- Applicant was 16 years or older when passport was issued AND;
- Applicant wishes to secure a duplicate, limited validity passport.
1.1 Current Passport(s)/Card
If applicant is applying for a second passport for the first time; applicant must submit current valid 10 year passport, and passport card (if applicable) in order to apply for a second passport.
If applicant is applying to extend or renew their current duplicate passport; applicant must submit both their current 10 year passport AND their current duplicate passport.
All passports submitted will be returned.
1.2 Proof of Identification
Applicant must have a driver's license or state-issued identification issued more than six months ago to apply for a new passport. Official government or military picture identification is acceptable.
1.3 Passport Application (DS-82) - Signed
Applicant must submit one completed passport application form (DS-82) by following the link below. The US State Dept website "wizard" will walk you through the application. Handwritten applications will not be accepted for expedited services. After completing passport application online, print by pressing "Create Form" button. Single-sided printing only.
DO NOT forget to sign and date the completed application in blue or black ink after printing.
Note: While completing the application, the wizard will prompt you to select fees, shipping and processing options. Select any options to complete form. No payments will be made and options selected will have no affect on the actual service delivered by ItsEasy.com. The guide is simply to assist the general public in calculating fees for traditional mail-in applications.
1.4 Passport Photos - Always Complimentary
Applicant must submit two identical, 2"x2", color, passport-style photographs.
ItsEasy.com is proud to exclusively offer COMPLIMENTARY passport photos through our 5-star smartphone app.
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Passport photos may also be obtained for $15-$25 plus time spent at many post offices and stores around town.
NOTE: Photos must be printed on photo paper. Letter or glossy paper will not be accepted.
1.5 Statement Regarding Need
Applicant must submit Statement Regarding Need for Second Passport.
1.6 Letter of Request
For business travel applicants, applicant must submit a letter from their company addressed to the U.S. State Department, on company letterhead, supporting the request with the clear indication of travel plans and that the second passport is required for the applicant to fulfill their job duties signed by a company official.
For tourist travel applicants, applicant must submit a hand written letter addressed to the U.S. State Department explaining why he/she is requesting a second passport. The most common requests for duplicates are due to frequent international travel and the need to obtain visas while out of the US or traveling to countries which do not approve of another countries visa or entry stamp.
1.7 Letter of Authorization - Signed
Applicant must submit an original, signed "Letter of Authorization" which allows ItsEasy.com to submit the application to the US State Dept.
Please use the Letter of Authorization form provided by ItsEasy.com.
The letter must contain the following elements: name of applicant, name of courier company, current date, and the original signature of the applicant or parent(s) or legal guardians of children under the age of 16.
1.8 Proof of Travel
Applicant must submit a computer-generated itinerary from a travel agency or online booking tool (such as an e-confirmation) showing departure from the U.S.
If traveling on business and no itinerary is available, a letter on company letterhead indicating dates and purpose of travel MAY suffice. If applicant does not possess proper itinerary, please contact us for options.
For Economical "2 Week" or "4 Week" Passport Renewal/Second Passport processing, "Proof of Travel" is NOT REQUIRED.
1.9 Select Passport Service
