Orland Hills IL Passport Guide: Forms, Locations, Tips

TL;DR: Passport Essentials for Orland Hills Residents

• No local facility: Use nearby post offices (Orland Park, Tinley Park, Palos Heights) by appointment; book 4-6 weeks ahead for peak seasons (Mar-Jun, holidays).
• First-time/minors/lost: DS-11 in-person (6-8 wks routine, 2-3 expedited).
• Eligible renewal: DS-82 by mail ($130 adult).
• Urgent (<2 wks): Expedite (+$60) or call Chicago agency (1-877-487-2778) with proof.
• Key docs: Certified IL birth cert, photo ID, 2x2 photos. Fees/track: travel.state.gov/fees, processing times.
• Pro tip: Apply 9+ weeks early; track at passportstatus.state.gov.

Last updated: October 2024

Getting a Passport in Orland Hills, IL

Orland Hills (Cook County) residents apply via nearby U.S. Department of State-authorized facilities for travel like Europe vacations, Mexico family trips, or Chicago cruises. Peak demand (spring/summer, holidays) fills appointments 4-6 weeks out; walk-ins rare. Avoid last-minute rushes causing $60+ expedited fees or travel denials. Follow this guide for DS-11 vs. DS-82 decisions, checklists, and local tips per travel.state.gov.

Determine Which Passport Service You Need

Wrong form causes 20-30% rejections/delays (4-8 weeks). Use this decision tree:

• First-time, under 16, invalid prior passport (over 15 yrs old/damaged), or name/gender change? DS-11 (in-person only).
• Renewing undamaged passport (issued at 16+, <15 yrs old, in possession)? DS-82 (mail-in).
• Lost/stolen? Report via DS-64 online first, then DS-82 (if eligible) or DS-11 (+$60 replacement if urgent).
• <2 weeks travel? DS-11 expedited ($60) + 1-2 day delivery ($21.36); life/death emergencies need Chicago Passport Agency appt (1-877-487-2778, proof required).
• Minors 16-17 renewing? DS-82 possible, but check parental rules.

| Same + report | +$60 urgent | Police report first; track locator # | | Urgent (<14 days) | DS-11 | Agency | 1-3 days | $60 + $21.36 | Proof (itinerary/death cert); no local same-day |

Download single-sided from travel.state.gov/forms. Don't sign DS-11 until agent present.

Comprehensive Forms and Application Guide

Consolidates first-time, renewals, replacements, name changes:

1. Report lost/stolen: DS-64 online travel.state.gov/report + police report.
2. Select form: Use renewal wizard travel.state.gov/renew.
3. Corrections <1 yr old: DS-5504 (no fee, mail-in).
4. Complete/Submit:

   Situation	Form	Submission	Common Pitfall
   DS-11 (new/in-person)	Don't sign till witnessed	Nearby PO/clerk	Mailing it (invalid)
   DS-82 (renewal)	Sign + photo + old passport	Mail to Philadelphia PO Box 90155	Ineligible (damaged/old)
   DS-5504 (corrections)	With old passport	Mail	Over 1 yr (renew instead)

What to expect: 15-30 min at facility—docs review, oath, photo attach. High-volume Cook County sites busier mid-day/Mondays; arrive early with extras.

Required Documents Checklist

Originals only (no photocopies). Prioritize IL certified birth cert (Cook County Clerk cookcountyclerkil.gov, rush $60+).

• Citizenship: IL birth cert (raised seal/long-form), prior passport, naturalization cert.
• ID: IL driver's license/REAL ID, military ID.
• Photos: 2x2" (2 identical; see below).
• Name change: Marriage/divorce cert.
• Minors <16: Both parents' IDs + DS-3053 (notarized consent if one absent), minor's birth cert.
• Lost: Police report.

Mistake alert: Name mismatches or short-form/exam birth certs reject 25% apps. Order docs 2-4 wks ahead dph.illinois.gov.

Passport Photos: Avoid Rejections (25% Fail Rate)

• 2x2", color, <6 mos old, 1-1⅜" head height.
• White/off-white bg, neutral face, no glasses/hats/selfies/shadows/glare.
• Local: Walgreens/CVS near Orland Hills; USPS on-site.

Pro prints beat home setups for IL glare issues.

Where to Apply Nea

r Orland Hills

No dedicated facility—drive 5-15 min to these (search iafdb.travel.state.gov, ZIP 60477). Appointments via USPS tools.usps.com; verify hours.

• Orland Park Post Office: 16860 S 80th Ave, Orland Park, IL 60462. (708) 349-0321. Google Maps
• Tinley Park Post Office: 6740 173rd St, Tinley Park, IL 60477. (708) 532-1569. Limited walk-ins. Google Maps
• Palos Heights Post Office: 12217 S Harlem Ave, Palos Heights, IL 60463. (708) 361-7974. Google Maps
• Cook County Clerk (e.g., Chicago: 69 W Washington St). Google Maps

Renewals: Mail only. Agencies for urgent: Chicago (20-30 min drive).

Step-by-Step Application Process

In-Person (DS-11):

1. Confirm service/docs.
2. Book appt (4-6 wks peak).
3. Fill form (unsigned), gather checklist.
4. Attend: Review, sign, submit (15-30 min).
5. Track after 7-10 days passportstatus.state.gov.

Mail (DS-82/DS-5504): Complete, photo, fees to PO Box 90155, Philadelphia, PA 19190-0155.

Expedited/Urgent: Mark form, add fees/proof; agency for <14 days.

Processing Times and Fees

Check live: Fees | Times.

Check/money order to "U.S. Department of State"; exec separate (cash/card).

Special Cases

• Minors: DS-11 always; both parents or DS-3053 (notarized). School/exchange rushes.
• Name Changes: DS-5504 (<1 yr, free); else renew.
• Families: Book during breaks; proof of relation.

Common Mistakes and Local Tips

• Delay report/police for lost: Slows weeks.
• Wrong form: Use wizard; default DS-11 if unsure.
• Peak overload: Early appts, check cancellations daily.
• Docs: Originals/certified;

IL birth cert long-form.

• Photos/docs mismatch: Double-check names.
• Cook County: High volume; buffer 15 min early.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Same-day possible? No locally; Chicago agency w/proof.

Child renewal? DS-11 in-person always.

Name change? Proof + DS-5504 if recent.

Appointment needed? Yes at listed POs.

Track app? Yes post-7 days w/last name/DOB/location.

Birth cert rush? Cook County 1-5 days ($60+).

Lost abroad? Embassy, replace on return.

Sources

[1] travel.state.gov/passports
[2] Renewals
[3] Cook County Clerk
[4] IL Public Health
[5] Facility Search
[6] USPS Passports