To Begin: Gather the 7 items listed below
1. DS-4805 Passport Application This application must be properly filled out online according to the U.S. Dept. of State instructions. It is essential to click "Create Form". Doing so will create two barcodes, one at the top left and one on the right side. To fill out this form go to the following link: DS-4805 Application for Additional Passport Pages
Must be signed in black or blue ink
Must be free of crossed out items and white-out
Must be filled out completely with your social security number
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2. Valid U.S. Passport Your most recent Valid U.S. Passport that meet the criteria below:
Your passport is valid AND has 1 year validity remaining, AND is in your possesion
Your U.S. Passport was issued in the USA
Your passport is in good condition
You were age 16 or older when your U.S. Passport was issued
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3. Proof of Identification Copy of current valid driver's license, government ID, state ID, or Military ID
- Photocopies are accepted- must be able to see photo and ID number
- If the applicant does not have ID please contact us for further direction
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4. Payment to Government Make one personal check of money order payable to "U.S. Department of State" for $142 OR make payment to SPS for the same amount online or over the phone when placing your order.
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5. (2) Original Swift Passport Services Letter of Authorization This letter will authorize Swift Passport Services to submit and obtain your new passport and act as an agent on your behalf. 2 copies with original signatures on each are needed
Click Here To Download Swift Passport Services Letter of Authorization
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6. Proof of Departure One of the following will need to be submitted
A photo-copy of your airline ticket, a copy of your itinerary from your travel agent or airline
If you do not have a ticket or itinerary, a letter explaining business travel can be submitted. Follow the sample "company letter of expedite" format. If you are using a company letter of expedite, please indicate this when placing your order
A letter explaining that you will be driving to Canada and/or Mexico. Include intended departure date, intended return date, and destination
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| To Finish! Please call Swift Passport 877-917-9438 to determine which Swift Passport location to FedEx or UPS your application to:
Swift Passport IL 1 South Dearborn Suite 2100 Chicago, IL 60603
If you are using a 1 or 2 day service we will need your application by 8:30am in Chicago If you are using any other service, we will need your application by 10:30 to submit it that same day
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