Shorewood-Troy Public Library is an official designated US Department of State’s Passport Acceptance Facility. To ensure a smooth and speedy service, please prepare by reviewing the following information. Please note: The list below includes standard instructions. For further information on the application process, visit travel.state.gov or call the library at (815) 725-1715.
Do I need an appointment?
No appointment is necessary. However, due to the nature of accepting walk-ins, there may sometimes be a short wait. We treat all applicants as first-come, first-served.
We accept walk-in applications for NEW passports:
- Monday – Thursday: 10am – 6pm
- Friday: 10am – 4pm
- Saturday: 9am – 1pm
What you need to know:
- Applications for first-time passports must be completed in person
- If the applicant is a minor, both parents (or legal guardians) and the child must be present
- All paperwork must be completed before your visit (except for your signature). Please do not attach photo
- Bring all paperwork and supporting documents with you
- Please note: Some original documents, such as your birth certificate, will be sent with your application. Such items will be returned to you by mail with your new passport.
- Please be advised that you will pay 2 separate fees (please see list below)
What you need to bring:
- Completed DS-11 form (except for your signature)
- This form is also available at the library
- Use black ink only; no white out or corrections are allowed
- Please print single-sided
- Valid Photo ID
- Applicants and the parents of applicants under age 16 must have a valid photo ID
- Original Proof of Citizenship such as a certified:
- Birth Certificate
- Certificate of Naturalization
- US passport (for applicants over 16)
- Current passport photo (taken within the last 6 months)
- The library does not provide photo services. However, several places near the library do, such as Walgreens and CVS
- Check or money order to pay standard fees
- If you’ve changed your legal name, please provide either:
- Marriage Certificate
- Court Order
Please note: You may also need to provide additional support documents for special circumstances.
Calculate your fees:
Please see the chart below to calculate your fees. All fees are standard.
- Add $60 to your application fee if you want expedited service
- Add $21.36 to your application fee if you want the US Department of State to ship your completed passport 1-2 days after they issue it
| Applicant | Passport Book* | Passport Card* | Book & Card* | Execution Fee** |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult (16+) | $130 | $30 | $160 | $35 |
| Minor | $100 | $15 | $115 | $35 |
| * Must be paid in the form of a check or money order ** Separate fee paid to the library. Cash, check, or credit card acceptable. |
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Once your passport application is complete, the acceptance agent will assemble your application and mail it to the processing facility on your behalf. You may track your application’s progress on the US Department of State website.
How long will it take to receive my new passport?
The current, best approximation for routine processing is 4-6 weeks and 2-3 weeks for expedited processing. This is subject to change and only includes the time your application is at a passport agency. It is best to consider this time when booking your travel.
Passport Renewal
Although the library does not process this application, renewing your adult passport is easy.
You can renew by mail if all of the following are true of your most recent US Passport:
- It is undamaged and can be submitted with your application;
- Was issued when you were age 16 or older;
- Was issued within the last 15 years (not expired more than 5 years), and
- Was issued in your current name, or you can legally document your name change with a certified copy of your marriage certificate or government-issued document evidencing your legal name change
If you answered “yes” to all the above statements, download form DS-82 along with the instructions. You will need to submit a NEW photo as well.
Once completed, mail the application, payment, and passport to the address on the form.
Please note: This is a general overview; not all situations are covered. For more details, please contact the Library at (815) 725-1715 or visit the US Department of State website.