U.S Passports

The Town of Columbia is a Passport Acceptance Facility, accepting applications for new passports and passports that have been expired for 5 or more years. The Passport Acceptance Agents for Columbia are located in the Office of Building and Land Use (downstairs). The times that passports are accepted for processing are generally Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, by appointment only. Furthermore, customers should arrive with necessary documentation and with an application that has been completed as much as possible in black ink (do not sign or attach the photo). Visit the Department of State's website at https://travel.state.gov to find answers to frequently asked questions and to download necessary forms or complete the form online. Contact the Town Hall at 860-228-0110 or 860-228-0440.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

Are credit cards accepted for a passport application or the execution fee?

No. Passport application fees must be paid via a check payable to the "U.S. Department of State". The execution fees can be paid with cash or a check payable to Town of Columbia.

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Does the town take photos? If not, where can I get photos taken?

No, the town does not take photos for passport applications. Most local AAA, Walgreens and CVS's take passport photos.

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How long does it take for my passport book and/or passport card to be completed?

Please check the travel.state.gov website for the most current processing time estimates.  For an additional fee, expediting your application can reduce the processing time.

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How much does a passport cost?

The fees vary depending on the age of the applicant and options chosen. See below for a listing of fees for Passport Books AND Passport Cards:
The most current information can be found on the Dept. of State website https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html

U.S PASSPORT BOOK Passport Fee:
Payable to U.S. Department of State		 Execution Fee
Payable to Town of Columbia		 Total First-Time Applicant Fee
Adults First Time
(age 16 and over)		 $130 $35 $165
Adults Renewal
(Applying with 
DS-82 form)		 Renewals done by applicant if less than 5 years expired, not by agent. N/A N/A
Minors
(under age 16)		 $100 $35 $135

 

U.S PASSPORT
CARD		 Passport Fee:
Payable to U.S. Department of State		 Execution Fee
Payable to Town of Columbia		 Total First-Time Applicant Fee
Adults First Time
(age 16 and over)		 $30 $35 $65
Adults Renewal
(Applying with 
DS-82 form)		 Renewals done by applicant if less than 5 years expired, not by agent. N/A N/A

Minors
(under age 16)

 $15 $35 $50

 

Optional Service Fees (Paid to U.S. Department of State)

File Search Fee

$150.00
Expedite Processing $60.00
Overnight Delivery Return Fee
(Passport Book only)		 $19.53

 

 

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What are acceptable forms of identification?

Proper and acceptable forms of identification must: readily identify the applicant, have a signature, contain a photo or physical description, not be altered or changed. Examples: U.S. passport, drivers license, military ID, FAA pilot's license, Certificate of Naturalization.  Visit https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html for more information.

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What do I need to apply for a passport?

You will need a passport photo, check payment (no credits cards), valid photo identification, evidence of citizenship and a completed application.  Additional documents may be required, such as marriage license, divorce decree, legal name change, etc.  Original documents with raised seal required (certified copies with raised seal can be obtained from the respective town's Clerk).  Please visit travel.state.gov for requirements.

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What is the difference between a U.S. Passport Book and a U.S. Passport Card?

A passport book may be used for international travel by air, land and sea. A passport card is only valid when entering the U.SW. by land and sea from Mexico, Canada, the Caribbean and Bermuda. NOT valid for international air travel.

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Who can apply for a passport book and/or passport card?

People with evidence of U.S. citizenship may apply. Examples are: U.S. birth certificate (long form with seal and parents information), previous U.S. passport, Certificate of Naturalization, citizenship certificate, certificate of U.S. birth abroad.

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