Seattleites with expired passports have a number of different options for getting it replaced. Here’s a brief rundown of where to go and what you’ll need to apply for a passport renewal in Seattle.
Applying By Mail
Most adults are able to apply for a passport renewal by mail, with no need to show up in person at a Seattle passport office. You can apply by mail as long as all of the following conditions have been met:
The passport you are replacing was issued to you after your 16th birthday.
The passport you are replacing is less than 15 years old.
You still have your current passport, and it has not been lost, stolen, damaged or otherwise mutilated since it was issued to you.
If your name has changed, whether it be for marriage, divorce or any other reason, you can provide legal documents to support your name change request.
If you meet all of these conditions, you can apply for a new passport by filling out form DS-82 and sending in your old passport, one passport photo and documents to support your name change request, if applicable. You’ll also need to send payment for the fees, which can vary depending on whether or not you want to include a passport card or expedited service.
Applying in Person
If you don’t meet the requirements to apply by mail, you’ll need to apply in person at one of Seattle’s 11 passport acceptance facilities. You can find the one nearest you by looking on the Department of State’s website. Bring proof of identity and proof of citizenship, along with one passport photo and an appropriate payment method for the fees.
Applying at the Seattle Passport Agency Office
The Seattle Passport Agency is located in the Henry Jackson Federal Building on Second Avenue.
To apply here, you’ll need to make an appointment by calling 1-877-487-2778. You are eligible to make an appointment if you need your passport renewal for urgent travel within the next 14 days, or if you are traveling within 3 weeks and need your passport renewed in order to apply for a foreign visa. In addition to the other documents listed above, bring a copy of your travel itinerary to the appointment. As long as all your paperwork is in order, you should get your passport renewal within 24 hours.
Alison Kroulek is a freelance writer and blogger with a focus on the travel industry.
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