How to Get a Passport in Washington, IN: Daviess County Guide

Getting a Passport in Washington, IN

Washington, Indiana residents in Daviess County often need passports for manufacturing exports, farm equipment sales abroad, family trips to Mexico or Europe, Indiana University student exchanges, or sudden moves tied to local jobs. Demand spikes in spring for graduations, summer vacations, and winter holidays, filling appointment slots at small-town facilities. Pitfalls like non-compliant photos (2x2 inches, color, white background, <6 months old), unsigned DS-11 forms, or no parental consent for kids delay everything. Plan 3+ months ahead for routine service; use expedited for urgency. This guide draws from U.S. Department of State standards for Daviess County applicants [1].

Determine Which Passport Service You Need

Wrong form choice (DS-11 vs. DS-82) triggers rejection and restarts your 4-6 week clock. Use this table:

*Times from submission; peaks add 2-4 weeks in Indiana. Verify at travel.state.gov.

Decision Flow:

1. Child <16? DS-11 in person (both parents or DS-3053 notarized consent).
2. Adult, prior U.S. passport <15 yrs old, issued at 16+? DS-82 mail.
3. Else (lost, damaged, name change)? DS-11 in person.
4. Urgent? Expedite or agency after booking travel (proof: tickets/obit).

Use the State Dept wizard; print forms single-sided, black ink [1].

Local Passport Acceptance Facilities Near Washington, IN

Limited spots in Daviess County—book 4-6 weeks ahead via phone or iafdb.travel.state.gov [3]. Expect 15-30 min visits: agent verifies docs, you sign DS-11 oath, get receipt. No on-site printing; photos often available ($15).

• Washington Post Office (primary): 204 E Main St, Washington, IN 47501 | (812) 254-4411 | [USPS L

ocator](https://tools.usps.com/find-location.htm?locationType=passport) – Handles DS-11, photos, minors [4].

• Daviess County Clerk's Office: 200 E Main St, Suite 11, Washington, IN 47501 | (812) 254-8491 | County Site – Confirm passport services by phone [5].
• Loogootee Post Office (15 mi N): 210 N St, Loogootee, IN 47553 | (812) 295-5524 [4].
• Vincennes Post Office (25 mi E): 101 N 7th St, Vincennes, IN 47591 | (812) 882-4546 – More slots [4].

No local agencies; nearest in Indianapolis (2 hrs, 1-877-487-2778) for <14-day urgents only. Rural tip: Weekday mornings beat Monday rushes; bring all docs organized.

Required Documents and Pitfalls

Originals + single-sided 8.5x11 photocopies (front/back separate). 30% rejections from incompletes [1].

Citizenship (Original + Copy):

• Certified U.S. birth cert (Indiana long-form best; order from IN Vital Records, 2-4 wks or expedited).
• Naturalization cert or prior passport.

Identity (Original + Copy):

• Preferred: IN driver's license/state ID (unexpired, unlaminated barcode).
• No primary? Secondary combo: school ID (e.g., Washington High), SS card + birth cert.
• Pitfall: Mismatched names—get legal name change first.

Minors <16: Both parents/DS-3053 (notarized if absent) + child's ID/photos.

Photos: 2x2", head 1-1⅜", neutral face, white background. Post office/CVS ($15) beats DIY rejections (40% cause).

Fees: Separate checks/money orders. Adult DS-11: $130 "U.S. Department of State" + $35 "Postmaster". Child: $100+$35. Photocopy checks. No cash usually [1].

Pitfalls: Early DS-11 signature, no copies, expired ID, short-form birth certs.

Step-by-Step Application Checklist

DS-11 In-Person (First-Time/Minors/Lost):

1. Wizard check [1]; gather citizenship/ID/photos/copies.
2. Fill DS-11 (no sign); DS-64 if lost (file online first).
3. Book facility appt.
4. Fees ready (two payments).
5. Attend: Verify/sign/receipt (track after 7-10 days at passportstatus.state.gov).
6. Receive by mail (inspect).

DS-82 Mail Renewal:

1. Confirm eligibility.
2. DS-82 + old passport + photo + $130 check.
3. Certified mail to address on form.

Track weekly; allow mail time.

Expedited and Urgent Options

• **Expedite:

** +$60 at submission (2-3 wks).

• 1-2 Day: Indianapolis agency (proof of <14-day travel + life/death for fastest).
• Private Courier: +$21.36 return.

IU students/business: Expedite for deadlines. Indiana peaks (summer/holidays): +2-4 wks. Non-emergency urgents? Renew early or use card for Mexico/Canada land/sea.

Name Changes, Corrections, and Cards

• <1 Yr: DS-5504 + marriage cert/court order (free, mail).
• >1 Yr: DS-11/DS-82.
• Cards: $30 child/$65 adult; same process, land/sea only.

IN marriage records: Daviess Clerk [5].

FAQs

Same-day possible? No; Indianapolis agency appt-only with proof.

Lost IN birth cert? Vital Records expedited (2-5 days).

Renewing soon-to-expire? Yes, if eligible.

Photo rejection? New compliant pair + resubmit.

Student discounts? None; military waives exec fee.

Peak delays? +2-4 wks spring/summer; apply early.

Sources

[1] travel.state.gov/passports
[2] Renewal Eligibility
[3] Facility Search
[4] USPS Passports
[5] Daviess County
[6] IN Vital Records
[7] Photo Requirements
[8] Status Check