Apply for your U.S. passport conveniently on campus!

• You complete the entire application process at our NE Union office
• We submit your application to the State Department
• You receive your passport in the mail

Passports are valid for 10 years and are normally processed within 4-6 weeks. It is recommended that people apply for passports at least two months prior to the planned date of departure.

On June 1, 2009 the U.S. government will implement the full requirements of the land and sea phase of the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative. These new rules require U.S. citizens entering the U.S. at any point of entry to have a passport or passport card.

What to Bring with You

1. Completed Form DS-11
   • Do not sign the form until at the office
2. Primary Evidence of U.S. Citizenship (One of the following)
   • Certified birth certificate issued by the city, county or state
   • Previously issued, undamaged U.S. passport
   • Naturalization Certificate
   • Certificate of Citizenship
3. Primary Identification (One of the following)
   • Valid Driver's License
   • Current Government ID (city, state or federal)
   • Current Military ID (military and dependents)
   • Previously issued, undamaged U.S. passport
   • Naturalization Certificate
4. Applicable Fee
   • View the tables below. Note that the Acceptance Fee will be paid to the NCard Office and the Application Fee will be sent with your application to the State Department
5. Optional: Two Passport Photos
   • View the Photo Quality Requirements
   • We can take your photos at the NCard Office for $7.50

Fees (Effective 2/1/08)

Passport acceptance fees are paid directly to the NCard Office, while passport application fees are paid directly to the Department of State. Valid payment methods are listed below.

Accepted Payment Methods

*While the NCard Office can accept cash for the Acceptance Fee, the Application Fee must be paid in one of the other accepted methods. Wells Fargo customers can purchase a money order at their Nebraska Union location.

Processing Times

For routine service it usually takes approximately 4-6 weeks from the time of application until you receive your passport. You may request the Department of State's Expedited Passport Processing Service for an additional $60. If you pay for expedited service it takes approximately 2-3 weeks for you to receive your passport. (Currently, the U.S. passport card is not eligible for Expedited Service.)

Current Application Processing Times @ travel.state.gov