Why is the Department of State requiring a photocopy of my citizenship evidence and the original/certified copy?
While the Department of State will return the original citizenship evidence to you, they will retain the additional copy with your passport record. This assists the Department’s effort to preserve the integrity of the passport issuance process and reduces the risk of another person attempting to use evidence in your name to get a passport.
How do I replace my birth certificate?
You can order a certified copy of your birth certificate online at www.cdc.gov/nchs/w2w/index.htm.
It states on my U.S. birth certificate that it is illegal to make a copy. What should I do?
If you choose not to submit a photocopy, you may submit a second certified copy of your birth certificate. The Department of State will keep this second certified copy for their records.
Do I need to provide name change documents with my application?
In the case of name changes for the applicants, or the applicant’s parents if the applicant is under 16, a name change document may be required depending on the circumstances of the name change. For this reason, if you have any questions pertaining to name change documents, please call the passport office directly to confirm if you require them for your application.
Can I bring just a digital copy of my application/other documents and have you print it out for me?
The Plainsboro Library Passports Office cannot print any documents for you, please do not email your documents to us. If you need to print your documents, the library offers a printing station on the first floor. Please have all documents printed prior to your appointment. All applications must be printed one-sided, double-sided applications will not be accepted.
I am missing one of the supporting documents required for a passport application. Can I choose to apply for a passport even with a missing document?
You can choose to apply for a passport even if you do not submit all the required documents, however there is a possibility that your application may be delayed or rejected.
How will the state send my passport and supporting documents?
After the Department of State prints your passport, they will send it to you and return your supporting documents. How they send your passport and supporting documents depends on if you applied for a book and/or a card and if you paid an additional fee for 1–2-day delivery.
I’m behind in child support. Can I get a passport?
If you are behind in child support payments of $2,500 or more, you cannot get a U.S. passport. For more information, please see Child Support Payments and Getting a U.S. Passport.
