Are you struggling to find out what information to prepare and how to apply for a US passport? If you are experiencing such distress or have the same needs in the future, you may wish to spend 2~3 minutes to read this article (or save it for future passport application), we will explain the complete process of applying for a US passport in detail in this article, and attach a detailed passport photo tutorial to help you complete the US passport application easily and efficiently!

Outline

US passport Application Process
- Qualification confirmation
- Fill out the Application form
- Provide photos
- Prepare Supporting Documents
- Pay the Fee
- Apply in Person
- Monitor Progress
Requirements for US Passport photos
30 Seconds to Teach you How to make Professional passport photos
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Idphoto.phd product related Q&A

US passport Application process

Firstly, let me introduce the part that everyone wants to know the most: the process of applying for a US passport. There are various introductions online, most of which are relatively concise. Below is a super detailed guide that I have spent a lot of time searching and summarizing. The relevant forms and website links that need to be used are also attached. If there is any help, please leave a message to encourage me.

PS:If there are any changes to the relevant information or insufficient introductions, please feel free to leave a message to supplement!

1.Qualification confirmation：

Ensure that you are a US citizen, and if you were born in the United States, you should have a birth certificate as proof. If you become a US citizen through naturalization, you will need a naturalization certificate.

PS：US citizens use their birth certificate, planning certificate, and passport to prove their US citizenship through various channels.

2.Fill out the Application form：

US citizens born overseas should go to the local US embassy or consulate for processing. If it is within the United States, some universities can handle the student union director's office, but for most people, the most convenient way is to mail/go to the post office:

Attention! If you fall under any of the following circumstances, you must personally go to the post office to fill out the DS-11 form for processing

① You are applying for your first US passport

② You are under age 16(Parents are required to be present)

③ Your previous US passport was issued when you were under age 16

④ Your previous US passport was lost, stolen, or damaged

⑤ Your previous US passport was issued more than 15 years ago

If you do not belong to the above 5 situations, you can use the DS-82 form for mailing. The content of the table is as follows. If you want to view it specifically, click on the link above to download it. The same is true for obtaining the DS-11 table above.

3.Provide photos：

Submit a color photo that meets the requirements for a US passport photo. Please be patient and I will provide a detailed introduction.

4.Prepare Supporting Documents：

I won't go into detail about the front and back copies of the identity document (driver's license). There may be a related introduction to driver's license photos in the future. Please stay tuned~

5.Pay the Fee：

Normally, the acceptance fees of the post office and the processing fees of the State Council are separated:

First time application over 16 years old: Application Fee $130 + Handling Fee $35 = $165
First application under the age of 16: Application Fee $100+Handling Fee $35=$135
Additional expedited Fee: $60, which can be expedited from normal processing time of 4-6 weeks to 2-3 weeks (including delivery time)

Attention! The above examples are for reference only. The cost of applying for a US passport for the first time may vary depending on the situation. You can refer to the website for specific information. It is recommended to use the official fee calculator, Fee Calculator.

6.Apply in Person：

As mentioned above, there are various situations where face-to-face application is required, and many post offices, public libraries, and other government agencies provide this service. To save time, you can refer to the following methods to search for nearby post offices where passports can be processed in advance and make an appointment.👇

Search for a post office: Go to the USPS website to find nearby post offices where you can apply for a passport and make an appointment.

7.Monitor Progress：

After submitting your application, you can check the status of your passport application online. The above is the basic process of applying for a US passport. The details may vary depending on your circumstances. It is recommended to consult a professional organization or visit the official website of the U.S. Department of State for more information.

Requirements for US Passport photos

According to the requirements of the US Embassy, applicants for US passport updates are required to submit one identification photo, which must be a front facing photo taken within 6 months and not significantly different from their current appearance.

In addition, passport photos must strictly comply with the following rules. Photos that do not meet the standards will not be accepted as passport photos (please check carefully)👇

✔ White or light gray background

✔ The photo size is 2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm)

✔ Facial expression is natural, eyes open and straight ahead

✔ A frontal photo of the character with the head in the center position

✖️ Specular reflection of glasses

✖️ Excessive beauty enhancement

✖️ Eyes, ears, facial contours, etc. are obstructed

✖️ The color of the clothes is close to the background color

You can refer to this example image to take a standard ID photo.

30 Seconds to Teach you How to make Professional passport photos

After understanding the process of applying for a US passport and the relevant documents that need to be prepared, let's take a look at the most important part, which is also what many friends want to know: where to take passport photos? After reading the following content, you can make your own passport photo without leaving your home for 30 seconds!

Step 1：Enter the mobile application market, download and install the "Idphoto. phd" App, and select the ID photo size you need. Idphoto.phd offers over a hundred different sizes of ID photos, suitable for various purposes such as job seeking, passport, personal identification card, visa, driver's license, qualification exam, etc. Here we can choose the size 【 US Passport 】.
Step 2: Take photos or upload them. Firstly, please allow access to your camera. Then, simply align the top of your head and bottom of your chin with the baseline and take the photo.
Step 3: The background of the ID photo is automatically processed. Idphoto.phd can automatically remove the background and make it transparent as long as it recognizes your face without any action from you! You just need to choose the appropriate background color and switch with just one click! In addition to regular base colors such as white, blue, and gray, colors such as red and light blue are also available.
Step 4: Automatic processing of ID photo beauty. Click the [Beauty] button, and the Idphoto.phd ID photo shooting software will automatically recognize the flaws and features of your face, creating a natural and beautiful ID photo!
Step 5: One click change of ID photo. Idphoto.phd ID photo production products offer dozens of sets of regular formal attire, suitable for all ages and genders! You just need to click on the style you like and switch it with just one click!

All the above tasks can be easily completed within 30 seconds, super convenient! Using idphoto phd, you can take and create ID photos for free, but downloading ID photos requires payment. Because the development of applications and maintenance of services come at a considerable cost, but compared to photo studios, it offers better value for money and does not require going out, allowing for shooting anytime, anywhere! If the photo is rejected due to quality reasons, you can contact customer service email idphotoweb.service@leeta.ai .Please provide the order number and we will issue a full refund!

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Idphoto.phd product related Q&A

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Q：Is idphoto phd free?

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