STEPS TO APPLY FOR A NEW PASSPORT
(Passport RENEWALS must be mailed directly to the National Passport Processing Center)
Fill Out An Application
Passport Application Form DS-11
- Do not sign the application until instructed to do so by the acceptance agent.
- You must provide a Social Security Number (SSN) in accordance with 22 U.S.C. 2714a.
- You may request a larger passport book with 52 pages, at no additional cost, by checking the 'Large Book' box at the top of the DS-11.
Provide Evidence of U.S. Citizenship
You must submit one of the following. Photocopies and notarized copies are not acceptable.
- U.S. birth certificate that meets the following requirements:
- Issued by the city, county, or state of birth
- Lists your full name, date of birth, and place of birth
- Lists your parent(s)' full names
- Has the date filed with registrar's office (must be within one year of birth)
- Has the registrar's signature
- Has the seal of the issuing authority
- Fully-valid, undamaged U.S. passport (may be expired)
- Consular Report of Birth Abroad or Certification of Birth
- Certificate of Naturalization
- Certificate of Citizenship
If you cannot submit one of the above acceptable documents, or for more information, please see Citizenship Evidence.
Present Identification
You must present one of the following identification documents (IDs) to the acceptance agent. The ID must readily identify you.
In-state, fully-valid driver's license
Fully-valid, undamaged U.S. passport (may be expired)
Certificate of Naturalization or Citizenship
Government employee ID (city, county, state or federal)
U.S. military ID or military dependent ID
Valid foreign passport
Matricula Consular (Mexican Consular Identification, commonly used by the parent of a U.S. citizen child applicant)
If you cannot present one of the IDs above, or for more information, please see Identification.
Please note:
If you present an out-of-state ID, you must present an additional ID.
If you have undergone or are going through gender transition, please see these additional requirements.
Visit City Hall to complete your paperwork
You must submit your: completed application, including citizenship evidence, ID, photo, and fees, in person to the Alameda City Clerks Office located at 2263 Santa Clara Avenue #380 Alameda, CA. 94501.
Fees to the Department of State are payable by check or money order only.
Passport hours are Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
**PLEASE NOTE - Our offices will be CLOSED, Monday January 21, 2019.
Passport Photo Services 
We offer same day passport photos for a fee of $25. If you are providing your own photo please follow these guidelines.
Additional Information 
For more information on documentation required, and a wealth of other passport and international travel information, visit the Department of State’s official website at www.travel.state.gov
PASSPORT FEES
| NEW ADULT APPLICANTS (Age 16 Years and Older) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| What are you applying for? | Application Fee Payable to U.S Department of State | Acceptance Fee Payable to City of Alameda | |
| Adult Passport Book | $110 | $35 | |
| Adult Passport Card | $30 | $35 | |
| Adult Passport Book & Card | $140 | $35 | |
| Adult Passport Card | $30 | Not Required | |
| NEW MINOR APPLICANTS (Under Age 16) | |||
| What are you applying for? | Application Fee Payable to U.S Department of State | Acceptance Fee Payable to City of Alameda | |
| Minor Passport Book | $80 | $35 | |
| Minor Passport Card | $15 | $35 | |
| Minor Passport Book & Card | $95 | $35 | |
| OTHER FEES | |||
| Expedite Fee | Payable to the U.S. Department of State. Paid per application, in addition to required fees. Provides faster processing than routine service. | $60 | |
Overnight Delivery (Transmitting Applicaiton) | Payable to the City of Alameda. Paid per application for transmitting application via overnight delivery to the Department of State. | $24.70 | |
Overnight Delivery (Return of Passport) | Payable to the U.S. Department of State. Paid per application for overnight delivery of an issued passport book from the Department of State to the customer. Only applies to mailing addresses within the United States. Not valid for passport cards. | $15.89 | |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Processing times can vary depending on the time of year, and occasional unforeseen circumstances such as natural disasters. During busier times, such as the summer travel season, we encourage customers to expedite their applications if traveling in less than 6 weeks. See Application Processing Times for more information.
If you need your passport quickly, you can expedite your application. Please find more information here
Yes, you will receive the old, cancelled passport. It may be sent separately from your new passport. It is a good idea to keep your old passport in a safe place as it is considered proof of your U.S. citizenship.
No, you cannot. Applicants in need of additional pages in their valid passports must obtain a new passport by mail. Applicants within the United States may choose a 28-page or 52-page book.
Contact the Vital Statistics office in the state where you were born.
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Alameda City Clerks Office
510.747.4804
clerk@alamedaca.gov
2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Room 380,
Alameda, CA 94501
