60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection - Application for a U.S. Passport

Sep 19, 2026

The Department of State requests 60 days of public comment for an information collection seeking Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval. Comments will inform whether the application for a U.S. passport (Form DS-11) is necessary, whether burden estimates for time and cost are accurate, and how to improve quality, usefulness, and clarity while reducing respondent burden through streamlined collection methods. Submitted comments are treated as public records.

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DEPARTMENT OF STATE [Public Notice 12583] 60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Application for a U.S. Passport ACTION: Notice of request for public comment SUMMARY: The Department of State is seeking Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval for the information collection described below. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, we are requesting comments on this collection from all interested individuals and organizations. The purpose of this notice is to allow 60 days for public comment preceding submission of the collection to OMB. DATES: The Department of State will accept comments from the public up to [INSERT DATE 60 DAYS AFTER DATE OF PUBLICATION IN THE FEDERAL REGISTER] . ADDRESSES: You may submit comments by any of the following methods: • Web: Persons with access to the Internet may comment on this notice by going to [www.Regulations.gov. You can search for](www.Regulations.gov. You can search for) the document by entering “Docket Number: DOS-2024-0040 in the Search field. Then click the “Comment Now” button and complete the comment form. Email and regular mail options have been suspended to centralize receiving and addressing all comments in a timely manner. E-mail: [Passport-Form-Comments@State.gov](Passport-Form-Comments@State.gov) You must include the DS form number (if applicable), information collection title, and the OMB control number in the email subject line. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: • Title of Information Collection: Application for a U.S. Passport • OMB Control Number: 1405-0004 • Type of Request: Renewal of a Currently Approved Collection • Originating Office: Bureau of Consular Affairs, Passport Services, Office of Program Management and Operational Support (CA/PPT/S/PMO) • Form Number: DS-11 • Respondents: Individuals or Households • Estimated Number of Respondents: 12,669,500 • Estimated Number of Responses: 12,669,500 • Average Time Per Response: 85 minutes • Total Estimated Burden Time: 17,948,460 hours • Frequency: On occasion • Obligation to Respond: Required to Obtain or Retain a Benefit We are soliciting public comments to permit the Department to: • Evaluate whether the proposed information collection is necessary for the proper functions of the Department. • Evaluate the accuracy of our estimate of the time and cost burden for this proposed collection, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used. • Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected. • Minimize the reporting burden on those who are to respond, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology. Please note that comments submitted in response to this Notice are public record. Before including any detailed personal information, you should be aware that your comments as submitted, including your personal information, will be available for public review. Abstract of Proposed Collection The Application for a U.S. Passport (form DS-11) solicits data necessary for Passport Services to issue a United States passport (book and/or card format) pursuant to authorities granted to the Secretary of State by 22 U.S.C. 211a et seq., and Executive Order 11295 (August 5, 1966) for the issuance of passports to U.S. nationals. The issuance of U.S. passports requires the determination of identity, nationality, and entitlement with reference to the provisions of Title III of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) (8 U.S.C. 1401-1504), the 14th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, other applicable treaties and laws, and implementing regulations at 22 CFR parts 50 and 51. The specific regulations pertaining to the Application for a U.S. Passport are at 22 CFR 51.20 through 51.28. Methodology Passport Services collects information from U.S. citizens and non-citizen nationals when they complete and submit the Application for a U.S. Passport (form

FAQs

What is the purpose of this 60-day notice?

The Department of State seeks OMB approval for an information collection and invites public comment for 60 days before submission to OMB.

Which form and OMB control number are involved?

The notice covers the Application for a U.S. Passport (Form DS-11) and lists OMB Control Number 1405-0004.

How are comments submitted and treated after submission?

Comments can be submitted through Regulations.gov (email and regular mail options are suspended). Comments submitted in response are public records available for public review, including any personal information included.

Sep 19, 2026

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