{"id":16772,"date":"2025-02-11T13:00:31","date_gmt":"2025-02-11T18:00:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thepassportoffice.com\/blog\/?p=16772"},"modified":"2025-02-11T13:00:39","modified_gmt":"2025-02-11T18:00:39","slug":"how-to-report-a-lost-passport","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thepassportoffice.com\/blog\/how-to-report-a-lost-passport\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Report a Lost Passport"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepassportoffice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/istockphoto-172867826-612x612-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"612\" height=\"408\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepassportoffice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/istockphoto-172867826-612x612-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16773\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepassportoffice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/istockphoto-172867826-612x612-1.jpg 612w, https:\/\/www.thepassportoffice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/istockphoto-172867826-612x612-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 612px) 100vw, 612px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Noticing that you&#8217;ve lost your passport can be stressful, especially if you have upcoming travel plans. While losing your passport is inconvenient, luckily, there are simple steps to report the loss and apply for a new one. We&#8217;ll explain what to do if your passport is lost, how to report it, and which application form you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Reporting a Lost Passport<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you lose your passport, the first thing you should do is report it to the <a href=\"https:\/\/travel.state.gov\/content\/travel.html\">U.S. Department of State<\/a>. This will help protect you from identity theft and prevent anyone else from using your passport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Report Your Lost Passport<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Fill Out Form DS-64:<\/strong> This form is for reporting a lost or stolen passport. You can complete it online or download a copy to fill out by hand.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Submit the Form:<\/strong> You have two options:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Online:<\/strong> Go to the U.S. State Department website and submit the form online.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mail:<\/strong> If you prefer, mail the completed form and any other required documents.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are applying for a new passport immediately, you can send Form DS-64 with your application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Applying for a New Passport After a Loss<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After reporting your lost passport, the next step is to apply for a replacement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Choosing the Right Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Form DS-11:<\/strong> If your passport was lost, you need to use Form DS-11. This form is for first-time applications or when your previous passport can&#8217;t be verified.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Required Documents<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To apply for a new passport, you&#8217;ll need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Proof of U.S. citizenship (like a birth certificate or naturalization certificate)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Government-issued photo ID (like a driver&#8217;s license)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A recent passport photo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Payment for the application fee<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Additional Considerations for a Lost Passport&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Travel Plans<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>You may need to ask for faster processing if you have upcoming travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Name Changes<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If your name has changed since your lost passport was issued, provide legal proof (like a marriage certificate).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Minors<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Children under 16 must apply in person with both parents or legal guardians present.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Final Thoughts<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Reporting a lost passport and applying for a new one doesn&#8217;t have to be complicated. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepassportoffice.com\/\">The Passport Office<\/a> has experience handling lost passport applications. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We offer walk-in services and virtual appointments to help you through the process. If you need a new passport in as little as three days, our expedited services can help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepassportoffice.com\/contact.php\">Contact us<\/a> to get started on your passport replacement journey.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Noticing that you&#8217;ve lost your passport can be stressful, especially if you have upcoming travel plans. While losing your passport is inconvenient, luckily, there are simple steps to report the loss and apply for a new one. 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