National Passport Center

Visiting the National Passport Center

Getting there

The National Passport Center is located at 1150 Westbrook Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801.

Who the Portsmouth agency serves

Regional passport agencies are by appointment only and serve travelers with urgent international travel within 14 calendar days, or within 28 days if you also need to obtain a foreign visa. For all other situations you can apply at a passport acceptance facility — or have eGovRush prepare and submit your application for you.

Make an appointment

Appointments are required — walk-ins are not accepted. Schedule by calling the National Passport Information Center at (877) 487-2778 or by booking online through the official appointment system before you visit.

What to bring

• Your completed application form (Form DS-11 for a new passport, or DS-82 for an eligible renewal)
• Original proof of U.S. citizenship plus a photocopy
• A valid photo ID plus a photocopy
• One recent 2x2 inch passport photo
• Payment for the government fees
• Proof of your urgent international travel (itinerary, tickets, or visa requirement)