New Requirements For Travelers
The City Clerk's office is accepting U.S. PASSPORT APPLICATIONS
Service is offered by appointment between 8:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
Call 310.618.2870 for an appointment.
Make the best use of your time by using the City Clerk's appointment system. It will also speed the process if all required documents are brought when coming for the appointment. Forms can be completed prior to application.
To find what you need - go to U.S. Department of State /Bureau of Consular Affairs [http://travel.state.gov/passport/index.html]
BASICS for NEW PASSPORT:
Proof of U. S. Citizenship (certified birth certificate, original naturalization paper)
Proof of identity (driver's license, or other government-issued ID) 2 recent, identical, color photographs (2" x 2")
AND Fees -
Adult $75, Child (under age 16) $60 - by check or money order
NOTE: Each minor must appear in person; both parents or legal guardians must also appear and provide identification; if one parent is unable to appear a notarized document must be submitted.
PLUS a separate $25 application fee payable to City of Torrance
No credit cards accepted at this time.
BASICS for PASSPORT RENEWAL
Renewals can be made by mail saving the application fee, IF ALL of the following four criteria can be met:
Can submit most recent passport.
Was at least 16 years old when most recent was issued.
Was issued most recent passport less than 15 years ago.
Use the same name OR have had name changed by marriage or court order and can submit proper documentation.
