Second Valid Passports
Applying for a Second Valid Passport
Current regulations reflect the long-standing State Department policy that no person should be in possession of more than one valid, or potentially valid, U.S. passport at any one time unless under circumstances specifically authorized by the Secretary of State.
The issuance of a second, concurrently valid passport should be considered an exception to regulations, and is approved on a case-by-case basis. The validity of a regular U.S. passport is 10 years. The second, concurrently valid passport will be limited in validity for two years. Second passports, like regular-validity passport, cannot be extended.
To apply for a second valid passport requires an appointment at the Consulate. To make an appointment, follow this link to Scheduling an Appointment or follow the link at the bottom of the page.
What is Required for the Appointment
Please note the following requirements to apply for a second passport:
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You must appear in person.
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You must bring your valid regular passport.
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Application for a U.S. Passport Renewal - Form DS-82. Follow this link for tips on completing the DS-82.
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Two identical passport photographs. The Consulate cannot accept photographs that do not meet the specified requirements. For those requirements, follow this link to Passport Photo Specifications.
In addition, you will also be required to fill out a “Supplementary Statement of Applicant for Second Valid U.S. Passport” when you appear at the Consulate. That form will be provided to you at the Consulate when you appear.
Fees
The fee for a second passport is $75. This fee may be paid in U.S. dollars (please ensure the bills are not torn) or in Israeli shekels at the current exchange rate. Payment can be made in cash or credit card only. No personal checks accepted.
Delivery
The Consulate no longer accepts self-addressed, stamped registered mail envelopes for in-person applications. When you come to the Consulate for your appointment, you will need to complete an envelope from one of two contracted courier services. The courier service will either deliver your documents directly to your chosen address, or call you for pick-up at one of their centers.
The delivery time for a passport is generally two to three weeks.
Scheduling an Appointment
This in-person service at the Consulate requires an appointment. Follow the link here to go to Scheduling an Appointment for more information on how to make an appointment.
Tracking Your Passport
You can check the status of your passport application online by following this link to Travel.State.Gov.