Expedited Replacement of Lost or Stolen U.S. Passports

Travelers whose passports have been lost, stolen, or seriously damaged must apply for a new passport using Form DS-11.

For urgent travel situations, qualified applications may enter 48-hour passport agency processing once the application has been accepted and received by the U.S. Passport Agency.

This service helps ensure that replacement passport applications are prepared correctly and submitted without preventable delays.

48-hour processing refers to passport agency processing time only and does not include shipping.

When This Service Is Required

You must apply for a replacement passport using Form DS-11 if your passport has been:

• lost
• stolen
• damaged or mutilated
• unavailable for submission

In these situations, the previous passport cannot be renewed.

If your passport is still in your possession and eligible for renewal, see:

→ Passport Renewal – 48 Hour Service

Reporting a Lost or Stolen Passport

When a passport is lost or stolen, the loss must be formally reported.

Applicants typically complete:

• Form DS-64 (Statement Regarding Lost or Stolen Passport)

This form helps prevent unauthorized use of the missing passport.

How 48-Hour Replacement Processing Works

Replacing a lost or stolen passport requires the same process used for new passport applications.

This includes:

• completing Form DS-11 electronically
• appearing at an acceptance appointment
• submitting required citizenship documentation
• receiving a sealed government envelope from the acceptance agent

The 48-hour processing window begins only after the application is accepted and received by the U.S. Passport Agency.

For a complete explanation of timing, see:

→ 48-Hour Passport Processing

What This Service Includes

This service helps ensure that replacement passport applications enter agency processing without preventable delays.

Preparation typically includes:

• review of the DS-11 application
• guidance regarding DS-64 reporting requirements
• verification of citizenship documentation
• acceptance appointment guidance
• courier coordination when applicable

Final approval and issuance of a passport are determined solely by the U.S. Department of State.

Why Proper Preparation Matters

Replacement passport applications are often delayed because of:

• incomplete DS-11 applications
• missing citizenship documentation
• incorrect lost-passport reporting
• non-compliant passport photos
• acceptance appointment errors

Careful preparation helps ensure the application meets passport agency requirements before submission.

Prepare Your Replacement Passport Application

Before submitting a lost or stolen passport request, review the instructions for replacement applications:

→ Lost or Stolen Passport Instructions

Start a Replacement Passport Request

Travelers requiring urgent passport replacement may begin by reserving a courier processing slot.

→ Start Passport Order

Lost or Stolen Passport – Expedited Service