Amendments

Valid passports can no longer be amended.  Instead, customers requesting name changes, extension of validity for limited passports, or correction of a printing error must apply for replacement passports.

If the change is within one year after issuance, a U.S. Passport Re-Application Form (DS 5504) must be submitted with the passport that needs the change, the documentation required, and new passport pictures. There will be no charge for routine processing.

If the change is more than one year after issuance, customers will need to submit an Application for Passport by Mail (DS-82), together with the passport that needs the change, the documentation required, and new pictures.  The cost of $67 includes the $55 application fee and $12 security surcharge. Of course, if the requested data change is due to a printing error by Passport Services, there will be no charge.

Extra Visa Pages
Those only needing to add visa pages to their passports should submit an Application for Additional Visa Pages (DS-4085).  There is no fee for this service.