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Lost or Stolen Passport Replacement Help

Q: Should I report my passport lost if it was already expired?

No. State Department guidance says not to report an expired passport as lost or stolen. That is a detail travelers can miss when they are panicking. We ask whether the passport was valid before advising the next step.

Q: If I find the passport after reporting it lost or stolen, can I still use it?

No. Once a valid U.S. passport is reported lost or stolen, it is canceled and cannot be used for international travel even if you find it later. That is why we confirm the facts before the report is made.

Q: Does reporting my passport lost or stolen automatically replace it?

No. Reporting protects the lost or stolen passport from future use, but it does not give you a new passport. Replacement usually means applying again in person with the correct lost or stolen passport details, identity evidence, citizenship evidence, photo, fees, and travel proof when urgent handling is needed.

Q: What forms are usually involved in a lost passport replacement?

Lost or stolen replacement cases usually involve Form DS-11 for the replacement passport application. Form DS-64 may also be used or requested for the lost or stolen passport report, especially if the passport was already reported separately or if the lost or stolen details on DS-11 are incomplete.

Q: What if my ID and passport were both stolen?

Bring every alternate identity record you can, including photocopies, secondary ID, digital copies, a police report if available, and any citizenship evidence. Lost passport cases can invite more scrutiny because the previous passport is unavailable, so extra identity support can matter.

Q: Can you replace a lost child passport quickly?

Possibly, but a lost child passport combines two sensitive paths: lost or stolen passport replacement and child passport consent rules. The child, parent or guardian documents, relationship proof, consent paperwork, identity evidence, citizenship evidence, and travel proof all need to be reviewed together.

Q: What if I lost my U.S. passport while overseas?

If you are outside the United States, contact the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate for help. Overseas passport replacement is handled through the consular route. You may need a passport photo, identification, proof of U.S. citizenship, travel itinerary, Form DS-11, lost or stolen passport details, and fees.

Passport missing and your flight is close? Do these three things first.

Question

How fast can I get it?

How much does it cost?

What do I do right now?

Clear Answer

Urgent agency help may be available if you have international travel within 14 calendar days, or need a foreign visa within 28 calendar days. Standard expedited processing is currently 2-3 weeks, not including mailing time.

Starting at $199 service fee + government fees + shipping. Adult replacement passport book cases commonly include a $130 application fee, $35 acceptance fee, $60 expedited fee if used, and optional $22.05 1-3 day delivery.

Call (323) 208-5755. If your valid passport is lost or stolen, it must be reported. Have your travel date, ID, citizenship proof, passport photo, and any police report details ready.

Need assistance with your passport or visa?

Call us:

(323) 208-5755

SameDay Passport & Visas is a private passport and visa assistance service. The U.S. Department of State controls passport approval, appointment availability, and issuance.

Service Overview

A lost or stolen passport is both a travel problem and an identity-protection problem. If a valid U.S. passport is lost or stolen, it should be reported immediately. Reporting it does not replace it. To get a replacement, you generally need to apply in person using Form DS-11 and include the required lost or stolen passport statement when applicable.

SameDay Passport & Visas helps travelers understand what to report, what to prepare, and how to move quickly when the travel date is close.

What To Do First

If your passport is missing:

Check whether the passport was valid or already expired
Do not report an expired passport as lost or stolen
If a valid passport was lost or stolen, report it through the official process
Understand that once reported, the passport cannot be used for international travel even if you find it later
Prepare for a new passport application if you still need to travel

Problems This Page Solves

You lost your passport before an international flight
Your passport was stolen with a wallet, bag, or luggage
You reported the passport and now need a replacement
You found the passport after reporting it and need to know what happens
You need a new passport but do not have every document ready
Your passport is damaged and you are unsure whether to report it as lost or stolen

What Is Included

SameDay Passport & Visas can help with:

Lost or stolen situation review
DS-64 and DS-11 document guidance
Proof of citizenship and ID checklist
Passport photo guidance
Proof of urgent travel review
Fee and shipping planning
Urgent appointment preparation when your travel date qualifies
Replacement document check before submission

Timing Options

Situation

Likely Path

Travel within 14 calendar days

Urgent passport agency appointment route

Need foreign visa within 28 calendar days

Urgent agency route may apply

Travel in about 3-6 weeks

Expedited renewal

Travel later and no rush

Routine renewal

What To Know

Appointment availability is controlled by the U.S. Department of State and is not guaranteed.

Bring proof of travel and visa need.

Current expedited processing is 2-3 weeks, not including mailing time.

Current routine processing is 4-6 weeks, not including mailing time.

How to Apply

Complete Online Applications

Fill out your application online and ensure all information is accurate to help avoid delays.

Please note:

Proof of Citizenship

You’ll need to provide one valid form of identification as part of your application. Acceptable options include:

A current, valid U.S. driver’s license
A U.S. passport in good condition, even if expired
A Certificate of Naturalization or Citizenship
An employee ID issued by a city, state, or federal office
A U.S. military or dependent ID
A valid foreign passport
A Matricula Consular ID (commonly used for child applications)

If you’re unsure which document to provide or don’t have one of the options listed, we assist in guiding you through acceptable alternatives to help avoid delays.

If you previously had a U.S. passport but no longer have proof of citizenship, you may need to request a file search as part of the process.

Flight Itinerary

If available, include a copy of your flight itinerary or travel confirmation with your documents to support your timeline. Don’t have travel plans yet? You can still move forward with your application. We’ll guide you on what to include so your process stays on track.

Passport Photos

You’ll need to provide a recent passport photo that meets the required specifications:

If needed, we assist in reviewing your photos to help ensure they meet the correct standards and avoid delays in your application process.

Passport Card

If your passport book is lost but you have a previously issued passport card, include it with your application.

We assist in reviewing your documents to ensure everything is properly prepared and help keep your process moving forward without delays.

Changed Your Name Due to Marriage or Divorce?

If your name has changed due to marriage or divorce, include a certified marriage certificate or an official court document that confirms your legal name change. We assist in reviewing your documents to ensure everything is accurate and properly prepared, helping you avoid delays in your application process.

Applying by Mail? Complete Two Letters of Authorization

If you’re submitting your application by mail, complete two Letters of Authorization and include them with your documents. We assist in reviewing your paperwork to make sure everything is properly completed and included, helping you avoid delays and keep your application on track.

Applying by Mail? Complete a Service Order Form

If you’re submitting your application by mail, complete the service order form and include it with your documents. We assist in reviewing your paperwork to ensure everything is properly completed and included, helping you avoid delays and keep your application moving forward.

The government expedite fee must be paid by cashier’s check or money order, payable to the “U.S. Department of State.”

Service

First Time Passport

Passport Renewal

Lost/Stolen/Mutilated Passport

Child / Minor (Under 16)

Second Passport

Limited Validity

Passport Card Without Passport Book (Adult)

Passport Card With Passport Book (Adult)

Passport Card Without Passport Book (Child)

Passport Card With Passport Book (Child)

Name Change (Less Than 1 Year Since Passport Was Issued)

Name Change (More Than 1 Year Since Passport Was Issued)

Fees

$190.00 + $35.00 Execution Fee

$190.00

$190.00 + $35.00 Execution Fee

$160.00 + $35.00 Execution Fee

$190.00

$90.00

$190.00 +$30.00

$75.00

$160.00 + $15.00

$60.00

$190.00

Emergency Replacement Passport dependent upon application type.

Total Fees

Government Fees + Sameday Passport Expedite Fees + Return FedEx Shipping Fees = Total Fees

Total Fees

Your total payment consists of government fees, expediting services, and FedEx return delivery.

This is an optional service. Passports are returned exclusively through FedEx.

Service

Priority Overnight Delivery

First Overnight (8:30 AM)

Saturday Delivery

Fees

$35.00

$69.00

$42.00

Total Fees

Total cost = government fees + expediting service fees + FedEx return shipping

Step-by-Step Replacement Process

Call (323) 208-5755 and share your travel deadline.
Confirm whether the passport was lost, stolen, damaged, expired, or simply unavailable.
Report a valid lost or stolen passport through the official process when required.
Prepare Form DS-11 for the replacement application.
Prepare Form DS-64 or the required lost or stolen statement when applicable.
Gather proof of U.S. citizenship, photo ID, passport photo, and proof of travel.
Attend the required in-person step.
Track the application and respond quickly if more information is requested.

Documents To Prepare

Completed Form DS-11
Lost or stolen passport statement when applicable
Proof of U.S. citizenship
Government-issued photo ID
Photocopy of ID
One compliant passport photo
Travel itinerary or proof of urgent travel
Government fee payments
Police report details, if available and relevant
Child consent documents, if replacing a child’s passport

What If the Passport Is Damaged?

Damaged passport cases are different from lost or stolen cases. If the passport is in your possession but damaged, you may still need a new passport application, but the reporting step may be different. Damage can include water stains, major tears, missing pages, unofficial markings, or holes. Call before reporting so the correct path is used.

Mistakes That Slow Down Emergency Replacement

Reporting an expired passport as lost or stolen
Assuming reporting creates a replacement
Trying to use a passport after it has been reported lost or stolen
Missing DS-11 or lost/stolen statement details
Missing proof of citizenship
Arriving without a passport photo
Not bringing proof of urgent travel
Waiting until the day before departure to start

Why Choose SameDay Passport & Visas

Lost or stolen passport cases need calm, practical steps. SameDay Passport & Visas helps travelers understand whether reporting is needed, what replacement documents are required, and which timing option fits the travel date. The service is built for people who cannot afford confusion, rework, or a missing form.

Service Overview

Emergency new passport

Child passport

Lost or stolen passport replacement

Passport name change

Second passport

Limited-validity passport replacement

Need assistance with your passport or visa?

Call us:

(323) 208-5755

Customer Questions

Lost or Stolen Passport Replacement FAQs

These FAQs are written for travelers who are already stressed because the passport is gone, possibly stolen, or too damaged to use.

I lost my passport and fly tomorrow. What is the first thing to do?

First, confirm whether the missing passport was valid, when it was last seen, whether it may have been stolen, and what travel proof and identity documents you still have. A valid lost or stolen passport is handled differently from an expired old passport in a drawer. Call before reporting if you are unsure, because reporting a valid passport cancels it.

Should I report my passport lost if it was already expired?

The current State Department guidance says not to report an expired passport as lost or stolen. That is a detail travelers miss when they are panicking. We ask whether the passport was valid before advising the next step.

If I find the passport after reporting it lost or stolen, can I still use it?

No. Once a valid passport is reported lost or stolen, it is canceled and cannot be used for travel even if you find it later. That is why we slow down just enough to confirm the facts before the report is made.

Does reporting my passport lost or stolen automatically replace it?

No. Reporting protects the lost or stolen document from use, but it does not give you a new passport. Replacement usually means applying again in person with the correct lost/stolen documentation and identity evidence.

What forms are usually involved in a lost passport replacement?

Lost or stolen replacement cases commonly involve Form DS-64 for the lost/stolen report and Form DS-11 for the replacement application. The exact route depends on whether the passport was valid, whether it was already reported, and how soon you travel.

Do I need a police report if my passport was stolen?

Bring a police report if you have one, especially if theft is part of the story, but do not assume it replaces the passport forms or identity documents. The core issue is still proving identity, citizenship, travel need, and the lost or stolen passport details.

What if my ID and passport were both stolen?

Bring every alternate identity record you can: photocopies, secondary ID, digital copies, police report if available, and any citizenship evidence. Lost passport cases can invite more scrutiny because the previous passport is unavailable, so extra identity support can matter.

Can you replace a lost child passport quickly?

Yes, but a lost child passport combines two sensitive paths: lost/stolen replacement and child passport consent rules. The child, parent or guardian documents, relationship proof, consent paperwork, and travel proof all need to be reviewed together.

What if I lost my U.S. passport while overseas?

If you are outside the United States, the U.S. embassy or consulate is the key authority for emergency passport help. We can help you understand what documents and details to gather, but overseas issuance is handled through the consular route.

How fast can a lost passport be replaced?

It depends on the travel date, appointment availability, identity proof, citizenship evidence, photo, and whether the lost/stolen report is handled correctly. The fastest cases have a clear timeline: last seen, what happened, travel date, and what documents are available now.

My passport is damaged, not lost. Should I report it as lost?

No. A damaged passport is not the same as a lost passport. Bring the damaged passport so it can be reviewed. Reporting it lost when you still have it can create the wrong paper trail and slow the case.

What mistakes slow down lost or stolen passport cases?

The big mistakes are reporting an expired passport, trying to use a passport after it was reported lost, not knowing when it disappeared, bringing weak ID, missing citizenship proof, and having no printed travel proof. We build the replacement case around those risk points.

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Los Angeles

145 S Fairfax Ave Suite 375, Los Angeles, CA 90036, United States

Miami

Beverly Blvd

Arlington

1420 N Cooper St Suite 108 Arlington, TX 76011

Austin

6901 N Lamar Blvd Suite 126 Austin, TX 78752

Dallas

811 S Central Expy Suite #500 Richardson, TX 75080

New York

347 5th Ave Suite 1212 A New York, NY 10016

Houston

2100 West Loop South Suite 900 Houston, TX 77027

Washington DC

1441 L St NW Suite #1231 Washington, DC 20005