If your passport is expired, damaged, stolen, or lost, it is time to renew or replace it. Or, if you need a passport, here is how to apply for a passport in Indiana. Passport acceptance facilities in Indiana include public libraries, courthouses, county clerk’s offices, and of course post offices. So, to get your Indiana passport to continue to read this article.

If you go to a regional agency, you could get your passport on the same day. A private expeditor can get your passport on the same day too. The method you are going to select does not matter; you will get your document at the end anyway.

Gathering the Documents

The first thing you should obtain to get a passport is the proper form. Forms differ according to the situation of the applicant. For example, if you are applying for a passport for the first time, you will need a form different from the one you will need if you are renewing your passport.

After filling out the right form, it is time to gather the rest of the documents. You will find all the details you need about the other necessary documents in the form. All the papers must be original or certified copies.
Submit all the gathered documents in person if you are applying for the first time and via mail for a replacement.

Submitting an Application

Since post offices are everywhere, people usually submit the completed form and other documents there. Post offices have longer operating hours too.

Please make sure that all your documents are complete to avoid any delay in processing your application. Also, if you did not attend in person, the process will be delayed. If you have any questions, contact the post office first before paying a visit.

Processing Options

Post Offices

Regarding processing your passport, you have two processing options; routine services and expedited services.

Routine services are the most common option for people who do not need their passport immediately. It takes about 7 to 10 weeks to send your passport in the mail. It is the best choice for people who do not have to travel soon.

The second option is the expedited services. Along with your application, you should submit proof of travel. It takes around 3 to 5 weeks to send your passport, and you are going to pay extra fees.

After receiving your passport in the mail, the other supporting documents will be sent to you via mail. It is highly recommended to keep them for your renewal.

Regional Passport Agency

Unfortunately, Indiana does not have any regional passport agencies. If you are in a hurry and need your passport as soon as possible, you can visit the nearest regional passport agency in Chicago or Detroit.
Before traveling, you should have an appointment. It is easy. Just call the National Passport Center hotline at (877) 487-2778 to get it.

Regional passport agencies are in Federal buildings. You have to follow all the rules and policies of the place. No one else is allowed to attend your appointment.

American Passport

Americanpassport.com is an online passport expeditor with many years of passport processing. Regardless of where you live, you can get a passport according to when you need it. This online expeditor offers rush processing so you can get a passport in a day. Also, you will have additional processing options that range from the same day and up to two weeks.

So, if you need a passport for the first time (adult or child), replace any expired, damaged, lost or stolen one, speak with the agent about the process of getting your new document. 

How Does it Work?

Select Your Passport Type

As a customer, you get to choose from a list of the passport you will apply for. For example, will you apply as a first-time applicant, for a child passport, for a passport renewal, or to replace a lost or stolen passport.

Select the Processing Option

Then, you get the processing options. Will you need the passport the same day, in 2-7 days, or 10-15 days. The choices you select will determine the price you will pay.  

Provide Your Documents

You must provide a complete application that includes the form, supporting documents, and the fees. Package all the papers and send them by UPS or FedEx using overnight shipping. Include a prepaid envelope with your address to get your new passport.

Your Return Documents

Once Americanpassport.com receives your passport, it will be forwarded to you. Any package received without a prepaid envelope must pay for the return postage. You will receive all the supporting documents in the return envelope.