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Passport Center

Get Your Passport

Register of Deeds Passport Acceptance Center

Passport services are available by appointment at the following Register of Deeds locations:

  • Main Office:    Ruffin Building, 100 N. Broadway St., Suite 105, Wichita, KS

  • Haysville Satellite Office (Opening March 16, 2026):   200 W. Grand Ave., Haysville, KS 67060

Passport Photographs

  • Passport photos can be taken in the office for a $15 fee. Two passport photos will be provided.

Photo requirements:

• Must be 2 x 2 inches
• Must be in color
• Must be a clear image
• Must have a plain white or light-colored background
• Head measurement must be between 1 inch and 1 3/8 inches from chin to top of head

First-Time Applicants (Form DS-11)

Complete Form DS-11 in black ink
• Be a U.S. citizen
• Appear in person
• Provide proof of citizenship
• Provide proof of identity
• Bring required payment

Applicants under age 16:

• Both parents or legal guardians must appear in person
• If both parents cannot be present, additional documentation is required

Applicants age 16–17:

• Applicant must personally sign the application
• One parent or legal guardian must be present, or the applicant must provide a letter of consent from one parent or legal guardian

Proof of Citizenship

  • You must provide one of the following:

    • Certified U.S. Birth Certificate with raised seal
    • Naturalization Certificate
    • Report of Birth Abroad

    Hospital birth certificates are not accepted.

Proof of Identity

  • You must provide a valid government-issued photo ID such as:

    • Driver’s License
    • State ID card
    • Military ID

    For children under age 16, a parent or guardian ID is required.

Passport Application Fees for First-Time Applicants

FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE

Adult Passport Book
U.S. Department of State Fee: $130
Register of Deeds Execution Fee: $35
Total: $165

Adult Passport Card
U.S. Department of State Fee: $30
Register of Deeds Execution Fee: $35
Total: $65

Adult Passport Book and Card
U.S. Department of State Fee: $160
Register of Deeds Execution Fee: $35
Total: $195

Minor Under 16 Passport Book
U.S. Department of State Fee: $100
Register of Deeds Execution Fee: $35
Total: $135

Minor Under 16 Passport Card
U.S. Department of State Fee: $15
Register of Deeds Execution Fee: $35
Total: $50

Minor Under 16 Passport Book and Card
U.S. Department of State Fee: $115
Register of Deeds Execution Fee: $35
Total: $150

Payment Information

U.S. Department of State fees

• Check or money order only
• Payable to U.S. Department of State
• Preferred method: one check or money order per application

Register of Deeds fees

• Check, cash, or credit card accepted
• A convenience fee applies to credit card transactions

Passport Renewal (Form DS-82)

You are responsible for mailing Form DS-82 to the National Passport Processing Center.

The Register of Deeds Office can assist by:

• Attaching your passport photo
• Attaching your check or money order
• Providing an addressed priority mail envelope

You are responsible for priority mail postage.

Applicants under age 16 must apply in person using Form DS-11 and cannot use Form DS-82 to renew a passport.

Processing Times

Processing times are subject to change by the U.S. Department of State.

Routine service: 10 to 12 weeks
Expedited service: 4 to 6 weeks

Learn more about passport requirements, forms, and processing times on the
U.S. Department of State website: https://travel.state.gov