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Who needs a DS-5504 form?

An eligible individual who wants to apply for a US passport should complete this form. An eligible individual is a US citizen who has changed their name and the US passport was issued less than one year ago; the information in their previous passport was incorrect; or the previous US passport was limited in validity and issued less than one year ago.

What is the purpose of the DS-5504 form?

This form provides the personal information about the applicant which is required to issue a US passport. The US passport exists in card and book format. The passport in card format is not valid for international air travel.

What documents must accompany the DS-5504 form?

The application for US passport should be accompanied by the most recent US passport; a recent color photograph (the photo requirements are listed on the second page of the form); evidence to support a name change (birth certificate or marriage certificate) or other data change. All the supporting documents (except the photos) will be returned to the applicant.

When is the DS-5504 form due?

This application is completed when there is a need. The estimated time for completing the form is 60 minutes.

What information should be provided in the DS-5504 form?

The application asks for the following details from the applicant:

• Type of the required document (Passport book, Passport Card, Both)
• Applicant’s name
• Applicant’s date and place of birth
• Applicant’s social security number
• Mailing address
• Passport book and/or passport card information
• Applicant’s appearance (height, hair color, eye color)
• Occupation
• Employer or school
• Emergency contact
• Travel plans
• Reason of applying for a new passport

The applicant should also sign and date the form.

What do I do with the application after the completion?

The completed form is forwarded to National Passport Processing Center, Philadelphia, PA.