Do you need a new renew or replace an expired, damaged, lost, or stolen passport? You can apply at different sites in Texas. Texas acceptance agencies are in post offices, county clerk’s offices, courthouses, and public libraries. So, to get a Texas passport you can visit any of these sites.

You can also go to one of three regional agencies to one the same day. In addition to regional agencies, private expeditors also offer the same service. Whichever option you select, you can have your travel document for your next international trip.

Gathering the Documents

The form uses to get a passport different on the circumstances. For example, a first-time applicants form is different from someone who is applying to replace an expired passport. Also, the steps to apply differs.

So, start gathering your documents by completing the correct form. The form will provide in detail the supporting documents that accompany the application. The additional materials should be original or certified copies.

Once you have put together all the papers, it is time to submit them. The first-time applicants must apply in person, otherwise, apply by mail.

Submitting an Application

You may submit the completed form, other documents, and fees to the post office or other facilities. The post office is more common to go since it has longer operating hours than the other locations. Also, there are more post offices than other acceptance sites.

Any incomplete application will delay the process. Also, absent applicant or parent when applying will delay the process as well. If you are not sure about the procedure, contact the post office before going.

Processing Options

Post Offices

There are two processing options available at the post office. Both require waiting time; however, one is shorter than the other. How soon you need a passport will determine the choice you make.

The standard and usual choice selected is routine processing. This option takes 7-10 weeks after applying to get a new passport in the mail. Applicants who will not travel soon use it. You can get a minor or an adult passport with routine processing.

The next option is expedited processing. With proof of travel which must be sooner than four weeks, this is the better choice. You will pay an extra cost and have a new passport in 3-5 weeks.

With either option, you will receive your travel document by mail. A few days after getting your passport, you will receive the other supporting documents in the mail. Safeguard your papers for the next time you must apply.

Regional Passport Agency

Texas and California are the only two states with three government passport agencies. You will find them in Houston, Dallas, and El Paso. At any of them, you can get a passport the same day.

To get a passport the same day, you must provide proof of travel within two weeks. Also, complete all the necessary forms and gather the supporting documents for submission. To give your papers, you must have an appointment.

Getting an appointment is easy. Call the National Passport Center hotline at (877) 487-2778 to get it. Since these agencies are in Federal buildings, you must be on time and abide by the strict security policy. Only applicants should attend the meeting, and no one else.

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.