Detroit Passport Agency

The passport agency in Michigan provides passport expedite services for people who plan for international travel within 2 weeks or require a foreign visa within 4 weeks. This pages provides the requirements for this service. Make sure you call ahead of time to setup an appointment with one of the agents at this location.

How to apply at the Detroit Passport Agency

In order to apply at this passport location you must be traveling internationally within 2 weeks or you need to get a foreign visa within 4 weeks. You will be required to show proof of international travel. This can include your flight itinerary, hotel reservations, international car insurance or cruise tickets. You will need to pay the $60 expedite fee on top of the regular application fee.

Make an appointment

It is required to make an appointment to apply at the Detroit Passport Agency. It is also important that you write down your appointment confirmation number. You can make your appointment online using their Passport Agency Appointment System. Or if you prefer, you can call their automated appointment system at 877-487-2778 or call 888-874-7793 (TDD/TTY).

Application documents

Make sure you collect all of your application information. This includes your appointment confirmation number, proof of international travel, all completed forms and supporting documents, one passport photo, your application fee and the expedite fee. They will accept all major credit cards, cash, checks, debit or check cards (But no ATM cards), bank draft or money orders. If you do not know what all supporting documents you need, we recommend you call this passport agency and ask them. Below are the steps you need to follow when you arrive for your appointment. Please note, they may not be able to see you at the exact time of your appointment.

Detroit Passport Agency Arrival Instructions

  • They suggest you arrive 30 minutes early to go through security screening. Weapons, food, and drinks are not allowed.
  • Take the elevator to the 2nd floor.
  • Check in at the Information Desk. Give them your appointment confirmation number to verify your appointment.
  • Be seated and wait until they call your number.
  • When they call your number, go to your assigned window.
  • A Department of State employee will review your application and supporting materials and discuss available delivery options.

You can also come into this location to correct your passport information due to printing errors. No appointment is needed for this and no fees will be charged.

  • Passport Agency Location

    Detroit Passport Agency
    211 West Fort Street Detroit, MI 48226

  • Passport Agency Phone Number

    Call the automated appointment system at 877-487-2778 or 888-874-7793 (TDD/TTY).

  • Mailing Address U.S. Department of State Detroit Passport Agency CA/PPT/DE 44132 Mercure Cir. PO Box 1066 Sterling, VA 20166-1066

Detroit Passport Agency Office Location

There is limited metered parking available on West Fort St. for $1/hr. There are also several parking garages and surface lots within a three block radius of the agency that range from $5- $10/day.

Passport Agency Hours

Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Friday:
8:30am to 3:30pm

Wednesday:
12:00pm to 3:30pm

Passport Processing Times

Routine Service: 4-6 weeks
Expedited Service: 2-3 weeks

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