The form depends on when your passport was issued and whether you can renew by mail.
| Your case | Form | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Passport issued less than 1 year ago | DS-5504 (no fee) | By mail |
| Older passport, eligible to renew by mail | DS-82 ($130 for a book) | By mail (renewal) |
| Not eligible to renew by mail, or no name change document | DS-11 ($165) | In person at an acceptance facility |
Documents
- Certified marriage certificate, divorce decree or court order showing the new name.
- Your current passport.
- A new photo (rules).
In person applications go to any California acceptance facility, for example in Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, Sacramento and Fresno. Fees in passport fees; timing in processing times.
Questions
My passport is less than a year old. Do I pay?
No. Use form DS-5504 with your name change document; there is no fee except optional expedite or delivery.
What document proves a name change?
A certified marriage certificate, divorce decree or court order showing the new name.
Sources
- U.S. Department of State, Passport Fees (updated October 9, 2025; checked November 6, 2026)
- U.S. Department of State, Get My Passport Fast (checked November 6, 2026)
- U.S. Department of State, Passport Forms
- U.S. Department of State, Passport Acceptance Facility Search (California offices, retrieved July 2026)
Independent guide, not a government website. Rules can change; the State Department has the final word.