Customers can apply for a NEW U.S. passport at the Library, a Passport Acceptance Facility. For full requirements, please see travel.state.gov. You MUST apply in person if any of the following are true:

1. You have never been issued a U.S. passport OR
2. You were under the age 16 when your previous passport was issued OR
3. Your most recent U.S. passport was issued more than 15 years ago OR
4. Your most recent US passport was lost/stolen OR
5. Your name has changed since your previous U.S. passport was issued and you are unable to legally document your name change. 

Carefully check travel.state.gov and their directions on Form DS-11 to avoid delays in processing.

  • By appointment only. Call 845.255.5030, email frontdesk@eltinglibrary.org or sign up online.

  • You will need to bring proof of ID, such as a driver’s license; proof of U.S. citizenship, such as an original or certified birth or naturalization certificate, or a previous U.S. passport; and the appropriate fees.

    Read below for more information.

  • Yes, we take passport photos. The charge is $10.00.

    HELPFUL PHOTO HINT! Take your photo in the privacy of your home using a passport app on your smartphone! Email it to us and we'll print it for your appointment.

    Visit travel.state.gov for all photo regulations.

  • 1. Execution Fee: $35/per new application

    2. Photo Fee (optional): $10 to print a photo

    Payment to Elting Library can be in the form of: money orders, personal checks, or credit cards.

    *Payments to US Department of State must be a check or money order (no starter checks).

  • Age 15 or under: Both parents (or the child’s legal guardians) must appear with the child. Click here for more information if both parents cannot be present. Evidence of the child’s U.S. citizenship, such as an original birth certificate; Evidence of the child’s relationship to parents (original birth certificate); and Parents’ government-issued ID (such as driver’s license) Note: Additional restrictions for Minors 16 or 17 years of age.

    For minors aged 16 or 17 without their own Driver's License (not Learner's Permit) we recommend that both parents come and provide ID to prevent processing delays.

    Additional restrictions for Minors 16 or 17 years of age: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/need-passport/16-17.html

  • ***WE CANNOT DO RENEWALS *** RENEWALS ARE COMPLETED and MAILED ON YOUR OWN . We can offer help if you have questions, but cannot accept or mail your application.

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FAQ

HOW TO APPLY FOR A PASSPORT

Follow the instructions below exactly.

Complete and Print Form

√ Enter the information online and then print Form DS-11 
OR
√ Print a blank Form DS-11 and complete by hand in black ink
√ Do not sign the DS-11 form until the Passport Agent instructs you to do so.

Submit your completed application form and the following additional documents

  • √ U.S. birth certificate or certified copy
    √ Previous U.S. passport (can be fully-valid or expired, but must be undamaged)
    √ Certificate of Naturalization
    √ Certificate of Citizenship
    √ Certificate of a U.S. Birth Abroad

  • √ Valid in-state driver's license (not temporary or learner's permit)
    √ Valid out-of-state driver's license (not temporary or learner's permit) If you have an out-of-state license, you MUST provide an additional proof of identity
    √ Previous U.S. passport book or passport card (can be fully valid or expired, but must be undamaged)
    √ Certificate of Naturalization with an identifiable photo attached
    √ Certificate of Citizenship with an identifiable photo attached
    √ Government employee identification card (federal, state, county, municipal)
    √ Official U.S. military or military dependent identification card√ Current (valid) foreign passport

HELPFUL TIP: Minors aged 16 or 17 without their own Driver's License (not Learner's Permit) we recommend that both parents come and provide ID to prevent processing delays.
Photocopies:
Copy (front and back) of both citizenship and identity evidence. REQUIRED.

Pay the Applicable Fees

TWO payments are required:

1. Payment to the U.S. Department of State for the cost of your passport.

Payment to the U.S. Department of State must be in the form of personal checks or money orders (no starter checks accepted).

2. Payment to Elting Memorial Library for the application fee and/or photo. Payment to the Library can be by check, money order, or credit card. 

Non-Refundable Fees: The passport application fee and the execution fee are non-refundable by law.