Documents Required for Name Change Service

1. Use DS-5504 for passports issued less than 1 year ago.
2. Use DS-82 for passports issued more than 1 year ago.
3. Applications must be completed online here.
4. Hand-written applications are not accepted.

To create a suitable passport photo, following measures should be taken in account.

1. Color photo, size: 2 x 2 inches with White background
2. Photo should be professionally taken and not old than 6 months.
3. No uniforms, headgear, or white shirts.
4. No Eyeglasses when taking photo.

Examples of photos attached for clarification.

Review the Photo requirements checklist before submitting.

• Photo must in color. No grayscale photo is accepted.
• Size must be 2(width) x 2(height) inches.
• Printed on matte or glossy photo-quality paper.
• Taken within the last 6 months, reflecting most recent appearance.
• Full face, front view, head centered in the frame.
• Neutral expression, eyes open, mouth closed.
• Head size: between 1 inch and 1 3/8 inches from chin to top of the head.
• Background: plain white or off-white, without distracting shadows on the face or background.
• Uniforms are not recommended in photos, except for daily-worn religious attire.
• Avoid hats or headgear that hide the hair or hairline.
• Hearing devices, wigs, or similar articles typically worn should be kept on for the photo.
• Glasses should not be worn; if medically necessary, provide a medical certificate.
• Any articles worn for religious or medical reasons should include an explanatory statement.

1. The current passport book must be included with the documents.
2. The passport book must be in a good condition.
3. If the passport is found to be damaged or mutilated, it will not be accepted.

1. For any name changes, it is mandatory to send in either an original or a certified copy of your marriage certificate, divorce decree, or a legal court order.
2. Please note that all original documents submitted for name changes, such as marriage certificates, divorce decrees, or court orders, will be safely returned to you by the government after the processing is complete.

The US Department of State will only accept checks or money orders written out properly.

1. The payment amount for the check should be $60 for the DS-5504 form, $190 for the DS-82 form for a Passport Book only, or $220 for the DS-82 form for both a Passport Book and Card, made payable to “US Department of State.”
2. For personal checks, ensure your name and address are pre-printed in the upper left corner; starter or temporary checks are not accepted.
3. Remember to include the applicant’s full name and date of birth in the memo section of your check or money order.
4. Amount should be written in complete form. For example, if you are filling a check amounting $220, the amount should be written as “Two hundred and Twenty and 00/100”
5. Applicant’s full name and date of birth must be written in the memo section of the check or money order.

Example of a properly filled check.

1. Common Proof of Travel includes airline, cruise, and hotel reservations.
   • Electronic airline ticket or email confirmation of the airline ticket.
   • Airline reservation.
   • Travel agency reservation.
2. Alternatively, a Business Letter on original company letterhead can be used instead of a travel itinerary. The letter should include:
   • Expected dates of business travel.
   • A concise description of the business activities to be conducted.
   • Original signature from a colleague within your organization, other than yourself.
   • A sample of letter is attached to be printed on company letterhead.
3. The travel itinerary and DS-5504 or DS-82 form application dates should match and feature the applicant’s name.