County Clerk: Passport Information

Special Requirements for Children Under Age 16
as Required by Public Law 106-113
Effective February 1, 2008

For Complete information about passports please visit:
U.S. Department of State - Passport Application
or call our office at (269) 467-5602 or (269) 467-5661

 

St. Joseph County Passport Processing Information

Normal passport processing time is 5 to 6 weeks. If your travel plans do not allow this amount of time, it is recommended that you expedite your passport, this will take 12 to 15 working days from when the Passport Agency receives the application. If using Express mail, please call the office for more details.

If your travel plans are within 14 days you will need to expedite your application and hand carry it into Chicago along with your itinerary. You will need to make arrangements with the Passport Agency to come in for an immediate issue by calling (312)-341-6020.

 

You Will Need the Following Items to Apply for a Passport

Completed passport application
Proof of US Citizenship (certified birth certificate, naturalization certificate or an old US passport)
Must show valid picture identification (drivers license or Michigan State ID).
Two identical 2x2 inch passport photos required (white or light background). This can be taken at the County Clerk's Office. The fee is $6.00.

 

New Passport Fees Effective February 1, 2008 (Passport form DS-11)†

Passport Application Online Wizard (United States Department of State Website)

Passport Application Form DS-11 Download Page (United States Department of State Website)

Passport Services Age 16 and over Under age 16

Passport Fees $75.00* $60.00*

Execution Fees $25.00** $25.00**

* check payable to Department of State
** cash or check payable to St. Joseph County Clerk
† add $60.00 per application for Expedited Service. This price does not include urgent mailing or delivery service. This service must be arranged by the customer.

 

Renewal Passport Fees Effective February 1, 2008 (Passport form DS-82)†

Passport Application Online Wizard (United States Department of State Website)

Passport Application Form DS-82 Download Page (United States Department of State Website)

You may use the DS-82 form if you meet the following:

You can submit your most recent passport.
Your previous passport was issued on or after your 16th birthday.
Your previous passport was issued within the last 15 years.
You use the same name as on your most recent passport; or, you have had your name changed by marriage or court order and can submit proper documentation to reflect the name change.

 

You Will Need the Following Items to Renew Your Passport

Completed passport application
Your most recent U.S. Passport
A marriage certificate or court order if your name has changed
Two recent passport photographs with a light, plain background and taken within the last 6 months
Passport processing fee of $75.00 in a check payable to "U.S. Department of State."

† add $60.00 per application for Expedited Service. This price does not include urgent mailing or delivery service. This service must be arranged by the customer.

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