You MUST call our office to speak to an agent before following the instructions below to prepare your documents and forms for expediting.
212-643-9305 New York Office
305-374-0444 Florida Office
877-937-7277 All 50 States
Please attach a copy of all forms and documents on the list below to the outside of the {sealed envelope}, including an original Authorization Letter.
Please make sure that you sign all the documents the same way that you signed the identification document which you are providing.
DS-11 Passport Application
This application must be filled out online and printed single sided. Double sided applications will not be accepted. When you have reached the end of the online application, you must click the submit button, then check the box acknowledging each of the steps. Lastly, click "Create Form" at the end of the application.
The newly created application will have two bar codes, one on the top left side and one on the bottom right side. DO NOT SIGN THE COMPLETED APPLICATION until you are in front of an Acceptance Agent.
If you will also be applying for the "passport card" make sure that you check off the box on the top of your application.
Please click here for the application if you cannot access the government link above.
If you will be coming into our office in person, do not go to the acceptance agent. Come and see us first, we will make sure all of your documents are in order. We will then send you to one of the three acceptance agencies located near our office.
Travel Itinerary
Provide a ticket, e-ticket, itinerary or hotel confirmation for those driving. If traveling on business and no itinerary is available, a letter, signed by someone at the company, on company letterhead, which indicates the dates, location, name of person traveling and purpose of travel will suffice.
Two Identical Passport Photos
Include two identical passport photos. These must meet the government requirements of being sized 2X2 with a white background, no glasses or head gear.
Authorization Letter
Print two original copies of the authorization letters. This form allows us to act as an agent on your behalf. One original goes to the Acceptance Agent and one original goes on the outside of the sealed envelope.
Proof of Identification
Photocopy of your driver's license, state ID, official government or military identification with a photograph with an issued date of more than six months. (Learners' Permits are not accepted)
Proof of Citizenship
Provide a state issued original or certified copy, with a raised seal, of your Birth Certificate or Certificate of Naturalization. The original will be included in the sealed envelope and returned with your passport.
Social Security Number
A photocopy of your social security number, tax return, pay stub or W-2.
Government Fees
A check or money order made payable to the “US Department of State” in the amount of $135. Temporary or starter checks will not be accepted. If you are applying for the[ Passport Card], the check should be made out for the amount of $155.
Sealed Envelope
Because you are filing a DS-11 Form you must sign in front of an Acceptance Agent. Make sure the government agent, such as the postal clerk, writes the applicant name, date of birth and departure date on the outside of the sealed envelope. Note: A $25.00 fee will be charged by the Acceptance Agent sealing your package. This will be paid at the time you
get your package executed. The only thing you will not give the Acceptance Agent is your Rush Passport order form. Be sure that you have additional copies of all documents and one original Letter of Release and Authorization to attach to the outside of your envelope.
Order Form
This form is used for Rushpassport.com to keep track of your application. It does not go to the Acceptance Agent. Include it on the outside of the sealed envelope together with a copy of all the other documents and the original Letter of Release and Authorization Letter.
Service Fees
Call us before coming in personally or sending via Fedex for updated fees.
Note: Cash or Credit Card (Visa, Master Card, Amex) Accepted. Credit Card Authorization Form
Getting Your Passport
Either include your own Fedex prepaid airbill or pay $26.00 for delivery Mon-Fri (for morning delivery bet. 10-11), $55.00 for first A.M. (8:00 A.M.) and Saturday delivery. Or just simply pick up at our location.
