Eligibility Requirements

•	Legal name change through marriage/divorce
•	Adoption with official name change
•	Court-ordered name change

Verify your eligibility

Required Documentation

Document	Details
Application Form	DS-82 (Renewal) or DS-11 (First-time application)
Proof of Name Change	Marriage certificate Divorce decree Court order for name change Adoption decree
Passport Photos	2 new passport photos meeting U.S. passport photo requirements

Select Application Form

Form	Use Case	Download
DS-82	Renewal application with name change	Download
DS-11	First-time application or name change on a new passport	Download

Submission & Processing

Method	Processing Time	Fee
In-Person	6-8 weeks	$130
Mail	6-8 weeks	$130
Expedited	2-3 weeks	$190+

Check current processing times

Application Support

Phone Support	1-877-487-2778
Office Locator	Find acceptance facilities
Track Application	Track application status