Starting a new passport application can feel overwhelming, especially if it’s your first time—or you’re applying for a minor. At Sharplink Services, we guide you expertly through each step, from document prep to agency submission, so your passport is issued quickly and correctly.
Who Needs a New Passport?
Whether it’s for a child born abroad, someone recently naturalized, or an adult applying for the first time, a new passport application is required to travel internationally. Minors of any age must have their own passport, and adults need one if they’ve never held one before. Preparing early helps you avoid travel delays and gives peace of mind.
Required Documents for a New Passport
Make an appointment with your local Post Office, they will act as the accepting agent for the Passport Agency.
Bring the following to your appointment:
- Birth Certificate or Certificate of Naturalization – for proof of citizenship
- 2 passport photos – 2”x2” White background
- Government issued ID – i.e. Driver’s license (original and a photocopy)
- Letter of Authorization (LOA) – Click Here – Please complete and sign 2 copies of LOA attached – Sign in Blue ink
- Completed but unsigned DS-11 Form – Click Here to complete online, print but Do Not Sign – The PO Agent will have you swear the oath and sign the DS-11. Collect the fees $209.53 Passport Agency fee and the Post Office fee of $35.00.
The Post Office agent will seal the (signed DS-11, signed LOA, photo, birth certificate, copy of your ID and fees) in an envelope and return the sealed envelope to you.
To proceed we will need the following sent to our office:
- Sealed envelope – Seal must only be broken by the Passport Agency
- Extra unsigned DS-11
- The extra passport photo
- Extra LOA – One will go into the sealed envelope and the other included with the material being sent to us.
- Order Request Form – Click Here
- Check or money order payable to SharpLink Services for $300.00 (Payment by credit card is also accepted (Visa or Mastercard) with a 5% surcharge)
Sharplink’s legal document preparation services ensure all forms are completed correctly. With our legal document review service, we double-check everything to minimize rejections. When notarization or certification is required, we offer notary and apostille services, especially useful if additional documentation is needed in Washington, DC.
The Application Process Step‑by‑Step
Our streamlined process includes:
- Reviewing your eligibility and determining the correct form to use.
- Assisting with document gathering, application forms, and photo standards.
- Submitting your materials to the appropriate passport agency.
- Helping answer questions like where can I get my passport the same day—we provide options for in‑person and expedited service.
- Tracking your file through approval and keeping you updated on its status.
Expedited Processing Options
If your travel date is approaching, Sharplink makes fast processing options simple:
- We detail how long it takes to get a passport expedited—most applications are completed in days rather than weeks.
- We’ll clearly explain what the expedited passport fee covers and how much the total expedited passport cost will be.
- You can select expedited shipping and priority handling to ensure prompt delivery.
Fees and Timelines
Standard passport renewal fees don’t apply for a first-time passport—however, application fees are set by the government based on age and form type. Sharplink will provide a full breakdown, including any ushers for rush processing or expedited delivery. Knowing how much does a passport renewal cost—or how much expedited services might add—helps you plan and budget accordingly.
Related Services You May Need
We offer additional services that may support your passport preparation:
- A full visa provisioning service, which aids in preparing documents for visa applications pending on your new passport
- Clear explanation of the visa provisioning service charge
- Certified document validation with apostille US service or apostille services Washington DC when legal papers are required internationally
- Convenient notary and apostille services nearby for clients needing certified signatures
Why Choose Sharplink for Your New Passport
With Sharplink, you benefit from trusted legal document services backed by experience and personal care. We understand the federal process, forms, and agency protocols, so you don’t have to. Our team handles document prep, review, and submission while keeping you informed—making your passport application experience as seamless as possible.
Start Your New Passport Application Today
Ready to begin your passport journey? Whether it’s your first application or you’re applying for someone in your family, Sharplink is here to provide expert support and expedited options. Contact us now to get started and travel with confidence.
Passport Services
| New or First Passport, Child’s Passport, Passport Renewal, Name Change, Lost or Stolen Passport, 2nd Limited Passport | |
| SharpLink Fee | Passport Agency Fee |
| 5 to 7 Business Days…. $300 Plus | $209.53 (INCLUDES ALL FEES) |
| Minor…. $300 Plus | $179.53 |
| Passport Card…. | $30 (ADDITIONAL) |
| Cash layout (Cost + 10% surcharge) | |
Make an appointment with your local Post Office, they will act as the accepting agent for the Passport Agency. Bring the following to your appointment:
- Birth Certificate or Certificate of Naturalization – for proof of citizenship
- 2 passport photos – 2”x2” White background
- Government issued ID – i.e. Driver’s license (original and a photocopy)
- Letter of Authorization (LOA) – Click Here – Please complete and sign 2 copies of LOA attached – Sign in Blue ink
- Completed but unsigned DS-11 Form– use this link https://pptform.state.gov/ – Complete online, print but Do Not Sign – The PO Agent will have you swear the oath and sign the DS-11. Collect the fees $209.53 Passport Agency fee and the Post Office fee of $35.00.
The Post Office agent will seal the (signed DS-11, signed LOA, photo, birth certificate, copy of your ID and fees) in an envelope and return the sealed envelope to you.
To proceed we will need the following sent to our office:
- Sealed envelope – Seal must only be broken by the Passport Agency
- Extra unsigned DS-11
- The extra passport photo
- Extra LOA – One will go into the sealed envelope and the other included with the material being sent to us.
- Order Request Form – Click Here
- Check or money order payable to SharpLink Services for $300.00 (Payment by credit card is also accepted (Visa or Mastercard) with a 5% surcharge)
Processing will be 5-7 business days from the date of submission to the Passport Agency. Your passport will be shipped directly to the address listed on your DS-82 Form.
To proceed we will need the following sent to our office:
- Current Passport
- 1 new passport photo – 2”x2” white background
- Completed and signed DS-82 – use this link https://pptform.state.gov/ – to complete the DS-82 online – print and sign in blue or black ink
- Letter of Authorization (LOA) – Click Here – Please complete and sign in Blue ink one copy of the LOA attached.
- Order Request Form – Click Here
- Fees – Passport Agency fee $209.53 – Check or Money order payable to US Department of State
- SharpLink Services fee is $300.00. We accept checks or money orders payable to SharpLink Services. We also accept credit cards (Visa & Mastercard) with a 5% surcharge on credit card payments.
Please send all material to our office.
What’s Needed To Proceed
Make an appointment with your local Post Office, they will act as the accepting agent for the Post Office.
Bring the following to your appointment:
- Both parents – If one is unable to attend the non-attending parent must complete and notarize form DS-3053 “Statement of Consent” – use this link https://eforms.state.gov/Forms/ds3053.PDF
- The child and their Birth Certificate for proof of citizenship
- 2 passport photos – 2”x2” White background
- Government-issued ID of both parents i.e. Driver’s license (original and a photocopy)
- Letter of Authorization (LOA) – Click Here – Please complete and sign 2 copies of LOA Signed by both parents in Blue ink
- Completed but unsigned DS-11 Form– use this link https://pptform.state.gov/
- The PO Agent will have you swear the oath and sign by both parents the DS-11 Form. Collect the fees $179.53 Passport Agency fee and the Post Office fee of $35.00
The Post Office agent will seal the signed (DS-11, signed LOA, photo, birth certificate, copy of your ID and fees) in an envelope and return the sealed envelope to you.
To proceed we will need the following sent to our office:
- Sealed envelope – Seal must only be broken by the Passport Agency
- The extra passport photo
- Extra LOA – One will go into the sealed envelope and the other included with the material being sent to us.
- Order Request Form – Download Here
- Check or money order payable to Caring Hands Services for $300.00 (Payment by credit card is also accepted (Visa or Mastercard) with a 5% surcharge)
What’s Needed To Proceed
Make an appointment with your local Post Office, they will act as the accepting agent for the Passport Agency.
Bring the following to your appointment:
- Completed and signed DS-64 (Statement Regarding a Lost or Stolen Passport) – Click Here
- Birth Certificate or Certificate of Naturalization – for proof of citizenship
- 2 passport photos – 2”x2” White background
- Government-issued ID – i.e. Driver’s license (original and a photocopy)
- Letter of Authorization (LOA) – Click Here – Please complete and sign 2 copies of LOA – Sign in Blue ink
- Completed but unsigned DS-11 Form– use this link https://pptform.state.gov/ – The PO Agent will have you swear the oath and sign the DS-11. Collect the fees $209.53 Passport Agency fee and the Post Office fee of $35.00.
The Post Office agent will seal the (signed DS-11, signed LOA, DS-64, photo, birth certificate, copy of your ID and fees) in an envelope and return the sealed envelope to you.
To proceed we will need the following sent to our office:
- Sealed envelope – Seal must only be broken by the Passport Agency
- The extra passport photo
- Extra LOA – One will go into the sealed envelope and the other included with the material being sent to us.
- Order Request Form – Download Here
- Check or money order payable to SharpLink Services for $300.00 (Payment by credit card is also accepted (Visa or Mastercard) with a 5% surcharge)
What’s Needed To Proceed
To proceed we will need the following sent to our office:
- Current Passport
- 1 new passport photo – 2”x2” white background
- Completed and signed DS-82 – use this secure online link https://pptform.state.gov/ – and sign in blue ink
- Original Proof of Name Change – i.e. Court Documents for Divorce or legal name change or Marriage Certificate
- Letter of Authorization (LOA) – Click Here – Please complete and sign in Blue ink one copy of the LOA.
- Order Request Form – Download Here
- Fees – Passport Agency fee $209.53 – Check or Money order payable to US Department of State
- SharpLink Services fee is $300.00. We accept checks or money orders payable to SharpLink Services. We also accept credit cards (Visa & Mastercard) with a 5% surcharge on credit card payments.
What’s Needed To Proceed
To proceed we will need the following sent to our office:
- Current Passport
- 1 new passport photo – 2”x2” white background – Cannot be the same photo in your primary passport.
- Completed and signed DS-82 – use this link https://pptform.state.gov/ – to complete the DS-82 online – print and sign in blue ink
- Letter of Authorization (LOA) – Click Here – Please complete and sign in Blue ink one copy of each LOA.
- Statement requesting a 2nd Limited Passport. Click Here
- Order Request Form – Download Here
- Fees – Passport Agency fee $209.53 – Check or Money order payable to US Department of State
- SharpLink Services fee is $300.00. We accept checks or money orders payable to SharpLink Services. We also accept credit cards (Visa & Mastercard) with a 5% surcharge on credit card payments.
Required Documents:
- A completed US Passport Application (available on-site).
- Two (2) identical, 2″ x 2″ recent, professional, face-front photographs with a white or light background (no school photos accepted).
- An original or certified copy of a birth certificate with a raised seal and file date issued by a State or Municipal Bureau of Vital Statistics, including both parents’ names (no photocopies accepted), OR
- A Naturalization Certificate (no photocopies accepted), OR
- A previous United States passport
- A valid driver’s license, government identification, Green Card, valid passport from parent’s country, or a previous US passport issued after the applicant’s 16th birthday and not more than 15 years old
If the applicant cannot furnish the above identification, they can present:
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- Three additional forms of identification (bring whatever you have) AND
- An identifying witness who has known the applicant for at least two years, is a US citizen or Resident Alien and can establish their identity by one of the above means.
- Children 15 years or younger renewing a US passport must submit both the passport and an original or certified copy of the birth certificate showing both parents’ full names.
Costs:
- Adults 16 years of age or older: $212.05, payable by personal check or US Postal money order to the US Department of State.
- Children 15 years of age or younger: $182.05, payable by personal check or US Postal money order to the US Department of State
Start by Gathering and Preparing Your Documents
- Fill out the online DS-11 application online, but DO NOT SIGN until directed to do so.
- Click “Create form” when finished.
- Ensure the printed form has two barcodes
Provide Proof of Citizenship
You need to supply one of the following:
- Previous U.S. Passport if you are over 15 years old
- Certified Birth Certificate from the state, county, or city
- Certificate of Citizenship or FS-240, DS-1350
- Certificate of Naturalization
Proof of Identity
Evidence of Immediate Travel
Supply 2 copies of one of the following:
- Travel ticket to a foreign country
- Travel itinerary or e-ticket with reservation confirmation
- Business travelers can submit a Business Letter of Expedite if the above is unavailable. Call for clarification.
Passport Photographs
Obtain 2 passport photos from a professional
U.S. Government Fees
- Make a check or money order payable to “U.S. Department of State” for $190 (processing fee for an expedited passport). The check should have a pre-printed name and address. Temporary or starter checks are not acceptable.
- Acceptance Agent Fee: $35
Authorization Letter
Allows us to act as your agent. Print and complete 2 copies.