Adult - Had passport before

Can I do this?

  • Applicant is 18 years of age or older at the time of application
  • The applicant was previously issued a passport
  • The previous passport was issued when the applicant was 15 years or younger
        - OR -
  • The previous passport is more than 5 years expired 
        - OR -
  • The previous passport was lost or stolen

Questions? Call 970-498-7860 and press option 1 to speak with a Recording Technician, or send an email to recording@larimer.gov

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What do I need?

  • The applicant must be present at the appointment
  • Completed application (Form DS-11)
    • Complete your application on the US Department of State website and print it single sided
      • Paper applications are available in our office. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your appointment to complete the application.
  • Evidence of citizenship:
    • Original or certified copy of birth certificate, certificate of naturalization, consular report of birth abroad
          - OR -
    • Previous passport
      • If your current valid passport was lost or stolen, please visit the US Department of State website and complete the section for Report Lost or Stolen. Print the DS-64 form after completion and bring it with you to your appointment.
  • Identification: Physical government-issued photo ID. Acceptable forms of ID include:
    • Valid (non-expired) driver’s license or state-issued ID card
    • US military ID
    • US or foreign passport (a US Passport cannot be used for identification if also being used as proof of citizenship)
    • US permanent resident card
    • If your ID is a non-driver state-issued ID card or instruction permit, or if your driver’s license is from a different state, please provide a second form of ID such as a student ID, Costco card, gym membership, etc. (preferably a photo ID).
    • A complete list of acceptable forms of identification can be found at the US Department of State website.
  • A passport photo can be taken during your appointment for $15. You can also have the photo taken elsewhere (Staples, FedEx, Walgreens, etc.) and bring it with you to your appointment.

Questions? Call 970-498-7860 and press option 1 to speak with a Recording Technician, or send an email to recording@larimer.gov

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How do I pay?

Two separate payments are required (fees below are per application):

  1. Check or money order payable to the US Department of State This fee must be a personal check, money order, or cashier’s check. Starter checks are not accepted (name and account number must be imprinted on the check).
    • Passport book (valid for all forms of travel): $130
    • Passport card (only valid for land and sea entry from Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Bermuda): $30
    • Routine service (For the most current processing times, please check the US Department of State website): no additional charge
    • Expedited service (For the most current processing times, please check the US Department of State website): $60
    • Expedited return shipping (passport in hand, 1-2 days after it is mailed): $22.05 (this is in addition to the fees above)
  2. Payment to Larimer County Clerk & Recorder
    • Execution fee payable by cash, check (made out to Larimer County Clerk & Recorder), or credit card (3.5% processing fee applies to all card transactions): $35
    • Photo fee (if applicable): $15

Questions? Call 970-498-7860 and press option 1 to speak with a Recording Technician, or send an email to recording@larimer.gov

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Print All Steps Make the appointment

  • Each appointment can include up to 3 applicants.
  • If your party has more than 3 applicants, please schedule back-to-back appointments.
  • Schedule your appointment
  • Please arrive on time for your appointment and bring all required items. If you are late or missing items, your appointment may need to be rescheduled

Questions? Call 970-498-7860 and press option 1 to speak with a Recording Technician, or send an email to recording@larimer.gov

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