Prepare for Your Visit

Having an application properly prepared and carefully submitted can greatly reduce the odds of it being returned or delayed. Forms are available in the Passport Services office, but you are strongly encouraged to download and complete your application form prior to coming to the office. Review the travel.state.gov website thoroughly before visiting Passport Services at NC State.

Frequently Asked Questions→

First-Time Applicants (Form DS-11)

First-time applicants and those who were last issued a minor (5-year) passport are required to apply for a U.S. passport in person. Carefully review the instructions outlined through the U.S. Department of State before visiting the NC State Passport Services office. Official passport photos can be taken at the time of appointment. Forms must be printed one-sided and completed using black ink. Application dimensions must be 8” x 11”and print size must remain 100% (unaltered). Do not sign the DS-11 form until you meet with an agent. Only print the last two pages of the DS-11, pages 1 – 4 are instructions for your records.

Adult Renewals (Form DS-82)

Applicants who were last issued an adult (10-year) passport must mail in renewal applications on their own when applying on Form DS-82. However, NC State Passport Services will gladly review renewal applications, take renewal photos, and return completed applications to you to mail yourself. Those who qualify for the DS-82 renewal process are encouraged to attend the walk-in photo hours (Thursdays & Fridays, 2:00 – 4:00 pm) and not book an on-line appointment.

Minor Applicants Age 15 and Under (Form DS-11)

Children ages 15 and under cannot apply for a passport by themselves. The child must be present and both parents or guardians should appear with the child. Please review the special requirements for minor applicants. Official passport photos can be taken at the time of appointment. Note: Minor Passports are not renewable.

Passport Application Fees

Passport application fees and additional services should be made payable to the US Department of State in either the form of a check or money order. A $35 acceptance fee will be charged at the time of your appointment. The acceptance fee is payable to NCSU Passport Services in the form of check, debit or credit card. Fees are non-refundable. Calculate your fees.

PASSPORT BOOK FEES:

Age 16 and Over:

• $110 | book fee check (personal, certified, cashier’s, traveler’s) or money orders only
• $35^ | acceptance fee debit card, credit card or check *Paid Separately

Age 15 and Under:

• $80 | book fee check (personal, certified, cashier’s, traveler’s) or money orders only
• $35^ | acceptance fee debit card, credit card or check *Paid Separately

^April 2nd the acceptance fee increased from $25 to $35 per US Department of State ​regulations.

PASSPORT PHOTO FEE:

We take your official passport photo and ensure it meets the U.S. Department of State requirements. If you prefer you can provide your own photo, but it must meet all official passport photo requirements.

Payable by debit card, credit card or check to NCSU Passport Services

• $16.09 | employees, unaffiliated, family NCSU affiliates, and alumni
• $10.72 | with a valid NCSU student ID when combined with the passport acceptance fee