Getting Passport in Lenexa KS: Forms Docs Facilities Guide

Getting a Passport in Lenexa, KS

Lenexa residents in the Kansas City metro face high demand for passports due to frequent trips to Europe, Mexico, the Caribbean, or KU exchange programs. Spring break, summer vacations, and winter holidays overload facilities—start 4-6 weeks early to sidestep delays from photo issues, form errors, or missing docs. This guide draws from U.S. Department of State data for checklists, timelines, local tips, and troubleshooting tailored to Johnson County.

Determine Which Passport Service You Need

Pick the right form upfront to dodge rejections: 30% of apps fail from mismatched eligibility, like trying to mail a first-time DS-11.

Quick Decision Tree: Old passport >15 years old or child-issued? DS-11 in-person. Travel <14 days? Call 1-877-487-2778 for Kansas City agency slots (itinerary required). Expedited (2-3 weeks, +$60) covers most urgents; true emergency (<3 days, life-or-death) needs agency.

Required Documents and Eligibility

Exact matches prevent 20% of rejections. Kansas hospital abstracts won't work—get certified state versions.

Core Checklist (originals + front/back photocopies on 8.5x11 paper):

1. Proof of Citizenship: Certified birth certificate (issued <1 year; order from Johnson County Health Dept at 8788 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, or KDHE via VitalChek—long form required, 5-7 days expedited, $34+ fees), naturalization certificate, or prior passport.
2. Photo ID: KS driver's license (exact name match), passport card, or military ID.
3. Photo: One 2x2 (specs below; facilities provide submission envelope).
4. Form: Fill online at [travel.state.gov](https://pp

tform.state.gov/), print unsigned (DS-11). 5. Minors <16: Both parents'/guardians' presence or DS-3053 notarized consent, child's birth cert (parents named), parental IDs. Court orders if one parent absent.

Fees (check travel.state.gov/fees for updates; 2023 rates): Adult book $130 application + $35 execution; child $100 + $35. Expedited +$60; 1-2 day return shipping +$21.52. Pay State Dept fee by check/money order; execution fee to facility (cash/check/card varies). No refunds for applicant errors.

Pitfalls to Avoid: Early DS-11 signature, blurry copies, short-form birth certs (need full certified), missing minor consents (top KS rejection).

Passport Photos: Avoid Common Rejections

Photos tank 25% of KC-area apps—fluorescent glare or shadows common in chain stores.

Exact Specs (travel.state.gov/photos):

• 2x2 inches, head 1-1⅜ inches from chin/top.
• Color print <6 months old, white/cream background, neutral expression, eyes open/mouth closed.
• No glasses (unless medical/religious waiver), hats, uniforms, shadows, or busy patterns.

Lenexa-Area Options: CVS, Walgreens, or UPS Stores (e.g., near 13230 W 87th St Pkwy)—$15, ask for passport compliance. Facilities reject non-compliant ones; no home prints.

Passport Acceptance Facilities and Application Process

No passport agency in Lenexa (nearest: Kansas City, 1100 Main St, KC, MO—appointments for urgents only). Use authorized facilities for routine DS-11: they verify docs, witness oath, collect fees, and forward to processing (6-13 weeks; no passports issued on-site).

Prime Lenexa Spot:

• Lenexa Post Office, 11150 Antioch Rd, Lenexa, KS 66215 (confirm services; call 913-888-4557).

Johnson County Alternatives: Search Olathe, Overland Park, or Shawnee post offices/county clerks via USPS Locator or State Dept Search.

What to Expect at Visit (book ahead online; walk-ins rare):

1. Arrive 15 minutes early, mid-week (Tues-Thurs) to beat Mon/lunch/peak-season crowds.
2. Staff checks

docs/photos, you sign DS-11 and swear oath. 3. Pay dual fees, receive receipt with tracking number. 4. Track at travel.state.gov/status.

Full DS-11 Steps:

1. Complete DS-11 online, print twice (unsigned).
2. Assemble checklist + photo.
3. Book slot via USPS/State links above.
4. Apply; expect 10-13 weeks routine from Johnson County hubs.

DS-82 Renewal (mail-only): Old passport + DS-82 + photo + fees to PO Box 90155, Philadelphia, PA 19190-0155. Ideal for non-peaks.

Processing Times and Expedited Options

Always verify at travel.state.gov/times—KC metro peaks add 2-4 weeks:

• Routine: 6-8 weeks mailed; 10-13 weeks in-person.
• Expedited: 2-3 weeks (+$60, request at acceptance).
• Life-or-death urgent: <3 days at agency (proof/docs). Passport card ($65 adult) suits closed-loop cruises to Mexico/Canada.

Special Considerations for Lenexa Residents

• Birth Certificates: Johnson County births? Use Health Dept or VitalChek for certified long-form (passport-ready; avoid short forms).
• Minors/Students: <16 validity 5 years; full parental docs for KU abroad programs.
• KC Travel Patterns: Cards for quick Royals tailgates to Canada; expedite for Royals World Series rushes or airport crunches at MCI.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

DS-11 or DS-82?
DS-82 for eligible adult renewals; DS-11 otherwise (first-time, expired >15 years, minors).

Can Lenexa PO handle renewals?
No—DS-82 by mail; DS-11 in-person only.

Urgent need?
Expedite for <4 weeks; agency for <14 days (flight proof).

Birth cert lacks parents' names?
Supplement with marriage license + DS-3053 consent.

Store photos reliable?
Yes if specs met—verify before applying.

Lost passport abroad?
DS-64 report + new app at embassy.

Cruise passport rules?
Book/card for closed-loop Western Hemisphere; full book elsewhere.

Status check?
travel.state.gov/status.

Sources

[1] [U.S. Passports](http

s://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html)
[2] Processing Times
[3] KDHE Vital Records
[4] Johnson County Health - Vital Statistics
[5] Children Under 16
[6] Photo Requirements
[7] USPS Passport Finder
[8] State Dept Facility Search