We offer the following services:

• Processing for first-time adult applicants (16 and older) 
• Processing for all minor applicants (0-15 years of age)
• Expedited Processing
• Lost/Stolen Information

Due to Public Health Concerns, and following the CDC and City of Newport Beach's guidelines, Passport Services will be closed starting March 16, 2020. We do apologize for the inconvenience.  

Hours of Operation

Monday - Thursday
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (except holidays)
Central Library

Appointments are REQUIRED. The last scheduled appointment for the day is 3:00 p.m. 

For questions and to schedule an appointment, please call (949) 717-3831 or email to passports@newportbeachca.gov

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Requirements for obtaining a passport book and/or passport card:

For children under the age of 16, the two-parent consent law requires proof of relationship with parents. This is established through the Certified Birth Certificate.

• All applicants must be present during application process.
• Both parents must be present for applicants under the age of 16. If one parent cannot be present, that parent must fill out a Parent Consent Form (DS-3053) and have their signature notarized.
• Must provide Proof of Citizenship (Certified Birth Certificate issued by the State or County - abstract certificates are not acceptable, Prior Passport, or Naturalization Certificate).
• Valid government issued identification (Driver's License, California ID Card, or Military ID). Minors will use their parent's ID.
• One passport photo. Photos must be COLORED, 2" x 2" in size with a white or off-white background. For your convenience, the library can process passport photos for $10 per applicant.
• Regular candid photos and do-it-yourself booth photos are NOT ACCEPTABLE. Photographs should be taken in normal street attire - uniforms, or clothing that looks like a uniform, should not be worn.
• Two separate payments.

Proof of parent relationship:

For children under the age of 16, the two-parent consent law requires proof of relationship with parents. This is established through the Certified Birth Certificate.

Renewals

If eligible, adults can renew by mail for a $110 fee ($170 for expedited service) using the DS-82 form. Minors (and minors at time of issue) must reapply using the DS-11 form.

The Library does not process the DS-82, Passport Renewal Application forms.