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How to Replace a Lost or Stolen Passport at a Passport Office

The U.S. Department of State issues U.S. passports, which are required for most international travel. Passports include a variety of personal information about the holder, including name, sex, birthday and place of birth. For these reasons, a lost or stolen passport should be reported and replaced immediately to guard against identity theft. The U.S. Department of State outlines several steps for replacing a lost or stolen passport.

Instructions

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  Report a lost or stolen passport immediately by contacting the U.S. Department of State at 877-487-2778 from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays.
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  Complete Form DS-11: Application for a U.S. Passport and Form DS-64: Statement Regarding a Lost or Stolen Passport. These forms can be found online or at any passport agency or acceptance facility.
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  Submit completed forms in person to any passport agency or acceptance facility.
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  Immediately sign your new passport when it's delivered in approximately four to six weeks.
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  Make an appointment at a regional passport agency if the passport is needed in less than two weeks for international travel or if it's needed within four weeks to obtain a foreign visa.