Walk-ins are welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis Monday thru Friday - 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. If an appointment is preferred, please call in advance: (956) 681-1450.” *Summer 2024 schedule will be posted in May.”
Requirements to apply for a U.S. Passport Book/Card Checklist:
- Application (Form DS-11) (COMPLETED APPLICATION IN BLACK INK ONLY)
- Applicant must be present at time of processing.
- Children 15 years of age and younger must be accompanied by both parents. Children 16 & 17 years of age must be accompanied by one parent. 18 years of age or older must present their own valid Texas Identification or Driver License. If one parent is unavailable at the time of the appointment, Form DS-3053 must be completed, notarized and submitted with the application along with a copy (front & back) of absent parent’s identification
- Certified Birth Certificate (Long Form) or Certificate of Naturalization
- Photocopy of proof of Citizenship and Identification (front and back)
- One (1) 2X2 color photograph (available on site for $18.00 cash)
- Valid ID with Photo and Signature:
- U.S. Drivers License or Identification Card
- Visa Laser
- U.S. Passport Book-Card/Foreign Passport
- Consular I.D.
- Passport fees must be paid only in the form of a check or money order payable to the U.S. Department of State
- Processing and photo fees can be paid in the form of cash.
Current Processing Times as of December 18, 2023: Routine Services from 6 to 8 weeks, and Expedited Services 2 to 3 weeks.
Passport Processing Fees
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Payable to: U.S. Department of State
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Payable to: City of McAllen
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Payable with Check or Money Order
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Payable with Check, Money Order, or Cash
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U.S. Passport Book
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Adults - 16 and older :
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$130
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$35
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Minors - 15 and younger :
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$100
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$35
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U.S. Passport Card
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Adults - 16 and older :
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$30
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$35
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Minors - 15 and younger :
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$15
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$35
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Optional Service Fees
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File Search Fee :
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$150
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Expedite Service :
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$60
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1-2 Day Return Delivery:
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$21.36
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**Passport Book Only
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Passport Photo :
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$18
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For more information you may also access the U.S. Department of State at www.travel.state.gov or contact the National Passport Information Center (NPIC) at 1-877-487-2778.