OFFICIAL/NO-FEE PASSPORT INFORMATION SHEET - Foreign Clearance Guide (FCG) and Application Requirements

Sep 19, 2026

OFFICIAL/NO-FEE PASSPORT INFORMATION SHEET provides step-by-step guidance for whether an official passport is required, directing applicants to consult the Foreign Clearance Guide before starting any passport application. It outlines U.S. passport form submission rules, including online completion, red-asterisk required fields, mailing address details, and printing instructions. It lists required application items such as DS-11, DS-82, name-change forms, ID photo copies, passport photos, proof of citizenship, marriage certificate conditions, orders/eligibility, expedite memo requirements, and appointment scheduling contact information.

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Foreign Clearance Guide (FCG)

U.S. Passport Application Form Rules

Items Required to Apply

Passport Applications (DS-11/DS-82/DS-5504)

Military ID Photocopies and Photos

Marriage Certificate and Proof of Citizenship

Orders, Expedite MFRs, and Appointment Scheduling

OFFICIAL/NO-FEE PASSPORT INFORMATION SHEET 1. Foreign Clearance Guide (FCG): [https://passportmatters.army.mil/Requirements/Visas.aspx](https://passportmatters.army.mil/Requirements/Visas.aspx) Prior to starting any Passport Application, refer to the FCG to verify that an Official Passport is required. Application to countries that only require ID card and Orders will be denied. 2. U.S. PASSPORT APPLICATION FORM: [http://pptform.state.gov](http://pptform.state.gov)[ ](http://pptform.state.gov)[travel.state.gov](travel.state.gov) for other passport information *Handwritten forms will NOT be accepted. DO NOT sign the form until in front of the agent* From the homepage • Read and acknowledge the Privacy and Computer Fraud and Abuse Notices and Disclaimers, check mark the box, then select “Submitˮ • Look for the column “Fill Out Online and Printˮ and select “Submitˮ Complete all fields to the best of your ability. All fields marked with a red asterisk are required, If applicant has a middle name please fill that in. DO NOT place a country of travel on your passport form. **DO NOT SPECIFY PREFIXES; i.e. Mr., Mrs., Ms., Miss. Mailing/Permanent address: 3515 S. Fifth Street, Tucson, AZ 85707 Newborns will not have SSN please put 000-00-000 on application. A fee will appear at the end of the application, select Passport Book and click Next (you will not be charged) Scroll down and select “I have read and acknowledge the steps contained above” with a check mark box. Directly below the box select “Create Form” Review application, then print pages 5 & 6 only (Print form on SINGLE-SIDED PAPER, double-sided will not be accepted) ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE PRESENT AT THE TIME OF THE TRANSACTION APPOINTMENT – NO EXCEPTIONS. 3. ITEMS REQUIRED TO APPLY FOR A PASSPORT: A.) PASSPORT APPLICATION: DS-11 “Application for US Passport” required if applying for a passport for the first time or anyone 15 years of age or younger renewing their current Official passport DS-82 “Application for a US Passport By Mail” required if renewing an ANY passport (TOURIST OR OFFICIAL) (passport had to be issued after the age of 16) DS-5504 “Name Change, Data Correction, and Limited Passport Book Replacement Formˮ For name changes – Original Marriage Certificate, Divorce Decree or official court documents are required B.) PHOTOCOPY OF MILITARY ID: Per Department of State guidance-Photocopy of military ID card both Front & Back is required. One copy per applicant. 1.) If applicant is under 16, photocopies of both parents ID card are required in lieu of child’s ID card C.) PICTURES: 2 recent passport (2”x2”) photos. Photos must be taken within the last 6 months. Photos cannot be taken in military uniform including military under shirts. Customers must have their photo taken and printed prior to their appointment. Reimbursement for passport photos can be added to a DTS voucher under other expenses if taken off base. Photos can be taken at Public Affairs Walk-in only Monday: 1000-1200 Wednesday: 1300-1500(Must have orders present) Current as of: January 2026 D.) MARRIAGE CERTICATE: No Fee passports for SPOUSES Application and/or if your last name has changed. E.) PROOF OF CITIZENSHIP: CHILDREN (15 AND YOUNGER)– Original or Certified Copy of Birth Certificate. BOTH PARENTS and CHILDREN MUST BE PRESENT or provide a notarized DS-3053 “Statement Of Consent Or Special Circumstances: Issuance Of A Passport To A Minor Under Age 15” along with a copy of the absent parents ID front & back ******Copy of tourist passport (please bring passport book to verify) ADULTS – Original or Certified Copy of Birth Certificate/ Original Naturalization Certificate or Citizenship Certificate/ *If neither of the aforementioned documents are plausible, Tourist Passport (Current or Expired, within 10 years of issuance) may be accepted. **All supporting documents will be returned. If you do not have an original birth certificate you can ge

FAQs

When should applicants consult the Foreign Clearance Guide (FCG)?

Before starting any passport application, applicants must refer to the FCG to verify that an official passport is required.

What are the form submission and signing requirements for the U.S. passport application?

Handwritten forms are not accepted. Do not sign the form until in front of the agent, and complete all fields with required red-asterisk fields.

Which documents are required to apply for a no-fee/official U.S. passport?

Requirements include the appropriate application form (DS-11, DS-82, or DS-5504 for name changes), photocopies of military ID (front and back), recent passport photos, proof of citizenship, and applicable orders and consent/circumstance documents for minors.

Sep 19, 2026

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