Passport Services


Monday - Friday

(8:00 am to 3:30 pm)
Historic City Hall
915 I Street, 1st floor
(916) 808-7200

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Passport Services

As a United States Department of State Passport Acceptance Facility, the City of Sacramento offers one stop services for your passport needs. Passport application processing hours are between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Office of the City Clerk located at Historic City Hall, 915 I Street, 1st floor.
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Appointments

Appointments are recommended and can be made by calling (916) 808-7200. ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE PRESENT.

Application Information

If you have never been issued a US passport, OR are not eligible to use Form DS-82New Window for renewals, you need to complete Form DS-11New Window, Application for Passport. These forms are available from the City Clerk's office and also the State Department WebsiteNew Window .

Required Information includes:

  • Date and Place of Birth
  • Social Security Number
  • Identification, Driver's License, CA state ID card
  • Parents' names, dates and places of birth
  • Emergency contact person (not mandatory)
  • Occupation
  • Travel plans (not mandatory)

What You Need

We have a printable checklist of this information available.

  • Completed Application. (Printed applications are available at City of Sacramento Office of the City Clerk OR forms can be filled out online and printed. Click for Online ApplicationNew Window information from the State Department website.) DO NOT SIGN THE APPLICATION
  • Evidence of US citizenship.
     
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  • Identification. Driver's License, CA state ID card (AND a photocopy of indentification).
  • Passport photos. Photo service is available at City of Sacramento, Office of the City Clerk. ($15.00 per applicant)
  • Fees. Two separate payments are required at the time of application (Check or money order - Department of State will not accept cash).
  • A Word about the Execution Fee: Each passport application must be PERSONALLY presented to and executed before an authorized Acceptance Agent. The executed application is reviewed, sworn to and accepted by the agent. The Fee is set by the Department of State and is the same no matter which acceptance facility you visit.

Visit the Department of State website for current fees.

http://travel.state.gov/passport/get/fees/fees_837.htmlNew Window

INCOMPLETE SUBMISSIONS WILL DELAY PASSPORT ISSUANCE.

ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE PRESENT

Application for Minors

Effective February 1, 2008 all minors under age 16 require both parents consent. When a 16-17 year old is applying without a parent, it is advisable that the parent write the check for payment of the fees.

Renewals

If your passport has expired, you may renew it by mail using form DS-82New Window, Application for Passport by Mail.

To be eligible, you must meet all of the following conditions:

  • You can submit your most recent passport.
  • You were at least 16 years old when the most recent passport was issued.
  • You were issued the more recent passport less than 15 years ago.
  • You have the same name as on the most recent passport, OR you have had your name changed by marriage or court order and can submit proper documentation to reflect the name change.

Submit the DS-82 form with the required Department of State fee by mail as directed on the form. If you are not eligible to use the form DS-82, you may apply in person at the City of Sacramento City Clerk office using the DS-11New Window, Application for Passport.

Validity

A passport issued to a person under 16 will be valid for 5 years. A passport issued to a person 16 and over will be valid for 10 years.

Regarding Birth Certificates

In order for a birth certificate to be acceptable proof of citizenship, it must be a certified copy and include all of the following:

  • Full given name
  • Date of Birth
  • Place of Birth
  • Signature of the registrar
  • Authorized seal of the registrar's office
  • A filing date within one year of the birth

PHOTOCOPIES ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.

If you do not have a birth certificate, you may apply to your birth state or local office for a certified copy. For out of state information call Vital Check Network, Inc at (800) 255-2414 or visit their website: http://www.vitalcheck.comNew Window

Processing Time

If you are traveling within 14 days and require a passport, you may choose to visit the San Francisco Passport Agency in person. To schedule an appointment call (877) 487-2778.

EXPEDITED SERVICE: An additional fee of $60 per application, plus overnight delivery fees, is required to expedite. For information on the New Pasport Cards for Land and Sea travel visit:

http://travel.state.gov/passport/ppt_card/ppt_card_3926.htmlNew Window

For More Information

Visit the US Department of State's website, www.travel.state.govNew Window or call (202) 647-5225 for recorded information and travel warnings. To check the status of an application: 1-877-487-2778.

http://www.travel.state.gov/passport/get/status/status_2567.htmlNew Window