OPTIONS
There are two options to select when applying for a recommendation :
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Passport Book: U.S. Passport Books are valid for travel by
United States citizens anywhere in the world, although travel to
certain countries and/or for certain purposes may require a
visa. -
Passport Card: The U.S. Passport Card can be used to enter
the United States from Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Bermuda at
land border crossings or sea ports-of-entry and is more convenient
and less expensive than a passport book. The passport card cannot be
used for international travel by air. Like the traditional passport
book, it reflects the bearer’s origin, identity, and nationality and
is subject to existing passport laws and regulations. All U.S.
citizens may apply for a passport card.- If you have a U.S.
passport book and are eligible to use Form
DS-82, you may apply for the card by mail. You can use Form
DS-82 to renew your passport book at the same time that you
apply for your passport card. - If you have never had a
U.S. passport book or are not eligible to use Form DS-82, you
must apply in person using Form
DS-11. - All passport cards will be returned using
First Class Mail. Passport cards cannot be shipped to you using
overnight delivery.
- If you have a U.S.
FEES
When applying for a pass, there are two fees that must be paid for each recommendation application. Submitting incorrect passport fees could delay the processing of your application. Before submitting your application, read the data below carefully and wholly to ensure that your requital is discipline.
Reading: Passport Options and Fees
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ACCEPTANCE FEE: Payable to the County of San Diego, is paid
separately from the passport fee, payable by cash, check, or money
order to the County of San Diego.
We do not accept credit cards. Be aware that if your
check bounces, you may be referred to the San Diego County District
Attorney’s Office. Passing a bad check with intent to defraud is a
crime. Be sure you have adequate funds on deposit before you write
a check. -
APPLICATION FEE: The Passport Application Fee is payable ONLY by
check or money order to the U.S. Department of State.
The Clerk of the Board issues money orders for a noun phrase fee ( $ 1.30 ). An ATM is located in the County Administration Center .
To help calculate your recommendation costs, use the Estimate Your Fees calculator or see the tip charts below .
Fees Effective January 10, 2022 :
PASSPORT BOOK AGES 16 AND OLDER |
collectible ONLY by check or money order to the U.S. Department of State |
collectible by cash, check, or money order to the County of San Diego |
total |
| Regular (8 – 11 weeks) | $130.00 | $35.00 | $165.00 |
| Expedited (5 – 7 weeks) | $190.00 | $35.00 | $225.00 |
| 1-2 Day Delivery Service Expedited (5-7 weeks) |
$208.32 | $58.75 | $267.07 |
PASSPORT BOOK AGES 15 AND UNDER |
collectible ONLY by assay or money arrange to the U.S. Department of State |
account payable by cash, check, or money ordain to the County of San Diego |
entire |
| Regular (8 – 11 weeks) | $100.00 | $35.00 | $135.00 |
| Expedited (5 – 7 weeks) | $160.00 | $35.00 | $195.00 |
| 1-2 Day Delivery Service Expedited (5 – 7 weeks) |
$178.32 | $58.75 | $237.07 |
PASSPORT CARD AGES 16 AND OLDER |
collectible ONLY by check or money order to the U.S. Department of State |
account payable by cash, check, or money order to the County of San Diego |
TOTAL |
| Regular (8 – 11 weeks) | $30.00 | $35.00 | $65.00 |
| Expedited (5 – 7 weeks) | $90.00 | $35.00 | $125.00 |
PASSPORT CARD AGES 15 AND UNDER |
account payable ONLY by check or money order to the U.S. Department of State |
collectible by cash, check, or money order to the County of San Diego |
sum |
| Regular (8 – 11 weeks) | $15.00 | $35.00 | $50.00 |
| Expedited (5 – 7 weeks) | $75.00 | $35.00 | $110.00 |
PASSPORT BOOK AND CARD AGES 16 AND OLDER |
collectible ONLY by check or money order to the U.S. Department of State |
collectible by cash, check, or money orderliness to the County of San Diego |
entire |
| Regular (8 – 11 weeks) | $160.00 | $35.00 | $195.00 |
| Expedited (5 – 7 weeks) | $220.00 | $35.00 | $255.00 |
| 1-2 Day Delivery Service Expedited (5 – 7 weeks) |
$238.32 | $58.75 | $297.07 |
PASSPORT BOOK AND CARD AGES 15 AND UNDER |
collectible ONLY by check or money order to the U.S. Department of State |
account payable by cash, hindrance, or money ordering to the County of San Diego |
TOTAL |
| Regular (8 – 11 weeks) | $115.00 | $35.00 | $150.00 |
| Expedited (5 – 7 weeks) | $175.00 | $35.00 | $210.00 |
| 1-2 Day Delivery Service Expedited (5 – 7 weeks) |
$193.32 | $58.75 | $252.07 |
other FEES |
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| Passport photo | $10.00 ($11.00 effective 7/1/2022) |
| Money order fee | $1.30 ($2.00 effective 7/1/2022) |
