Name Change
In As Little As 3 Days
- If your passport was issued less than a year ago and you need to change your name or fix incorrect data, then a data correction application is what you need.
Who Is It For
U.S. citizens who need to renew their passport, and it is still in good condition.
Processing Time
Standard: 6-8 weeks. Expedited: As little as 3 Days.
Cost
Starting from $189*, plus additional government fees listed before and at the time of purchase.(* This price applies to a specific passport type and service speed. Prices are subject to change without notice or update.)
Requirements for Name Change
When applying to renew your passport, you need to submit the following documents and meet these requirements:
You must submit a 10-year validity (adult) passport that was issued less than one year ago.
Replacement passports are for adults whose passports were issued within the last 12 months and require a name change or correction of personal data.
A replacement passport can also be used to correct any errors in descriptive information.
If your passport was issued more than a year ago, you must apply for a passport renewal instead.
Submit a clear color copy (front and back) of a valid government-issued ID:
Driver’s License
State ID Card
Military ID
Valid U.S. Passport
If your name has changed since the issuance of your citizenship document, you must also include an original marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court-issued name change document.
Fill out by hand using black ink only.
Incorrectly completed forms may cause a 4-business day delay.
You must provide ONE of the following as proof of upcoming travel:
Flight Confirmation: A clear printout of your airline ticket email confirmation showing your name as the passenger.
Driving Across the Border: Submit a printed foreign hotel confirmation AND a typed letter explaining your ground travel plans.
Business Travel: Provide a typed company letter confirming the trip
Payment of $81.36 must be made via Personal Check or Money Order, payable to U.S. Department of State
Write the applicant’s date of birth in the memo section of the check or money order.
Ensure all details are clearly written – If using a money order, also include your name, address, and date of birth.
You must submit one original document as proof of U.S. citizenship (copies are not accepted):
Certified U.S. Birth Certificate – Must be an official document. Texas and California “Abstract” birth certificates will not be accepted.
Expired U.S. Passport – Must be undamaged. If you have a valid passport, it must also be submitted.
Original Naturalization Certificate, FS-240, DS-1350, or Certificate of Citizenship Abroad.
You must provide two new passport photos that meet the official requirements:
Recent Photos: Must be taken within the last 3 months.
No Accessories Allowed: Hats and glasses are not permitted (unless medically necessary with a doctor’s note).
The DS-5504 Passport Application must be digitally completed, printed with a barcode, and signed. Handwritten forms are NOT accepted and will result in a 4-day processing delay.
To correct your passport information, you must submit one original document that verifies the necessary change:
For a name change: Provide the original marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court-issued name change document.For a data error correction: Submit an original certified document that proves the correct information, such as:
Birth Certificate
Naturalization Certificate
Marriage Certificate
Print the PDF attached to your order confirmation email and include it in your shipment.
Ensure the email contains all order details and shipping addresses.
Government Passport Fees for Name Change
Important Payment Instructions:
Write the applicant's date of birth in the memo section of your check or money order.
Ensure the check or money order is clearly written. If using a money order, also include your name, address, and date of birth.
Avoid illegible writing, abbreviations, corrections, starter checks, or postdated checks, as these will be rejected and may delay processing by four days.
For personal checks, ensure your name and address are printed on the check.
If applying for a passport card as well, add $30 to the government fee.
Finally, make a copy of your completed check and place it loosely in your shipping envelope.
How It Works
Simple Steps To Start Processing Your U.S. Passport
Select A Passport Service
Place Your Order And Start Your Passport Process Online
Our secure, quick and simple online registration form takes only a few minutes to complete.We'll ask a few questions about you and your upcoming travel plans, along with requesting payment.
Collect Your Required Documents
Once you've completed the necessary passport application forms and gathered a photo, and supporting documents, you'll ship them to one of our designated processing locations Your documents will be submitted to the Passport Agency by one of our registered couriers.
Get Ready To Receive Your Passport
We'll ship your US Passport to you and notify you when someone needs to be present for delivery confirmation.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out to us anytime.
Monday - Friday
9:00 am - 6:00 pm (Open)
Saturday & Sunday (Closed)
Holidays (Closed)
We are an authorized and registered provider, explicitly permitted by the U.S. Government to offer a specific service: Hand-Carry Expedited Passport Service, available only through authorized and registered commercial couriers.