Broomall, PA Passport Guide: Steps, Facilities & Timelines

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Location: Broomall, PA
Broomall, PA Passport Guide: Steps, Facilities & Timelines

Getting a Passport in Broomall, PA

Broomall residents in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, frequently apply for passports due to international travel from nearby Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), including business trips to Europe or Asia, family vacations to the Caribbean or Mexico, and study abroad programs at Villanova University. Demand surges during spring break (March-April), summer (June-August), and holidays (December), with local facilities booking 4-6 weeks out—start routine applications 10-12 weeks ahead to account for peaks.

Quick decision timeline:

  • 10 weeks out: Routine service (6-8 weeks total).

  • 3-10 weeks: Expedited (+$60, 2-3 weeks).
  • <14 days: Urgent agency service (call 1-877-487-2778; proof required).

Common pitfalls: Poor photos (use CVS/Walgreens for $15 pros), mismatched forms (DS-11 new vs. DS-82 renewal), missing minor consents, or ignoring status tracking. Verify everything at travel.state.gov.

This guide provides tailored steps, checklists, and Delaware County/PA-specific tips for new passports, renewals, child apps, and replacements.

Determine Which Passport Service You Need

Use this table to match your situation—wrong forms cause 90% of rejections.

Situation Key Checks Form & Method Timeline & Local Tips
First-time No prior U.S. passport; issued <16; >15 years old; lost/damaged DS-11, in-person 6-8 weeks routine. Bring citizenship proof; Delaware County birth certs via PA DOH.
Renewal Issued 16+; <15 years old; undamaged/in possession; no major changes DS-82, mail OK 6-8 weeks. Skip if name/gender changed.
Lost/Stolen Report first via DS-64 DS-11/DS-82 + DS-64 Varies; expedite for urgency. Invalidate online ASAP.
Child <16 Always in-person; both parents needed DS-11 Notarizes DS-3053 if one absent; Villanova students note school ID helps.
Name/Gender Change Post-issuance legal docs DS-5504 or DS-11/DS-82 Include court/marriage certs.
Urgent Travel <14 days Expedited/Agency PHL-area agency in Philadelphia; itinerary proof mandatory.

Confirm with travel.state.gov wizard. Broomall notaries at libraries/UPS for consents.

Gather Required Documents and Fees

Collect early—PA vital records take 2-4 weeks for birth certs. Fees split: Application to State Dept. ($130 adult book), execution ($35) to facility.

Proof of U.S. Citizenship

  • Long-form birth cert (PA DOH or Delaware County Orphans' Court; no hospital shorts).
  • Naturalization/Citizenship cert, prior passport (renewals).

PA Tip: Order from health.pa.gov (717-783-6225); rush 4-6 weeks.

Proof of Identity

  • Primary: PA driver's license, military ID (unexpired, matches name).
  • Secondary (rare): School records + utility bills (30+ days proof).

Pitfall: Mismatched details delay Broomall apps—photocopy everything front/back.

Passport Photos

2x2-inch color, <6 months old: White background, no glasses/hats/shadows (head 1-1⅜ inches). Local CVS/Walgreens: ~$15. 25% rejections from DIY.

Minors <16

Both parents appear or DS-3053 notarized (<90 days old). Court orders for sole custody.

Fees Table

Type Book Card Acceptance Expedite
Adult New/Renew $130 $30 $35 $60
Minor New $100 $15 $35 $60

Checks/money orders; cards for execution often OK.

Passport Acceptance Facilities Near Broomall

No local agency—use these Delaware County options (verify acceptance/availability at iafdb.travel.state.gov or usps.com by ZIP 19008). High demand; book online, expect 10-15 min interviews.

Facility Location Example Phone Example Notes
Broomall Post Office 1991 Sproul Rd, Broomall, PA 19008 (610) 356-0352 Appointments via usps.com; limited walk-ins.
Newtown Square Post Office ~5 miles, Newtown Square, PA 19073 Check USPS Convenient for north Broomall.
Media Post Office ~8 miles, Media, PA 19063 Check USPS High volume; book early.
Delaware County Clerk of Courts Chester, PA Check delcopa.gov By appointment.
Philadelphia Agency 1600 Callowhill St, Philadelphia (urgent only) 1-877-487-2778 <14 days emergencies; no routine.

What to expect: Bring completed unsigned DS-11/DS-82, docs, photos, fees. Agent verifies, you sign/pay. Track receipt online. Busiest: Mondays/noon; try mornings/Fridays.

Step-by-Step Application Checklist

Before Your Appointment

  1. Quiz eligibility (travel.state.gov).
  2. Download/fill forms (don't sign DS-11).
  3. Order PA birth cert (allow 2-4 weeks).
  4. Get pro photo; photocopy docs.
  5. Prep two checks; book slot 4-6 weeks early.
  6. For minors: DS-3053 + both parents.

At Facility & After

  1. Arrive early with originals.
  2. Interview/sign/pay (15 min).
  3. Track at passportstatus.state.gov.
  4. Routine: 6-8 weeks (PA peaks +2); expedited 2-3 weeks.

Renewal by mail: DS-82 + old passport/photos/fees to address on form.

Expedited and Urgent Services

  • Expedited: +$60 at acceptance; 2-3 weeks mail.
  • Urgent <14 days: Philadelphia agency (appt/proof/itinerary). No PHL-area walk-ins; seasonal Villanova rushes worsen delays—plan 3+ months.

Special Considerations for Families and Students

  • Minors: In-person always; expired parental ID = rejection.
  • Villanova/Exchanges: School ID aids; apostilles post-issuance for some programs.
  • PHL Travel: Check airline entry rules early.

Overcoming Common Broomall-Area Challenges

  • Bookings: Delaware County fills fast—monitor weekly.
  • Photos/Docs: Pros/notaries prevent returns.
  • Timelines: PHL peaks add 1-2 weeks; track obsessively.
  • Renewal Errors: Damaged/old = DS-11 in-person.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How long in Broomall? 6-8 weeks routine; peaks longer. Add facility waits.

Walk-ins at Broomall PO? Limited; book usps.com or call.

Delaware County birth cert? PA DOH vital records; long-form only.

Expedited vs. urgent? Expedited: mail speed. Urgent: agency/proof.

Lost passport? DS-64 first, then replace; expedite.

Child renewal by mail? No—in-person.

Philly agency appt? Yes, 1-877-487-2778 + travel proof.

Passport card use? Land/sea to Canada/Mexico/Caribbean only.

Sources

[1] U.S. Department of State - Passport Wait Times
[2] U.S. Department of State - Processing Times
[3] U.S. Department of State - Form DS-11
[4] U.S. Department of State - Renew by Mail
[5] U.S. Department of State - Lost/Stolen Passports
[6] U.S. Department of State - Passport Agencies
[7] Pennsylvania Department of Health - Birth Certificates
[8] U.S. Department of State - Fees
[9] Delaware County - Vital Records (Direct to PA DOH)
[10] U.S. Department of State - Minors Under 16
[11] U.S. Department of State - Passport Photo Requirements
[12] USPS - Passport Photos
[13] USPS - Passport Services
[14] State Department - Acceptance Facility Search
[15] USPS Location Finder - Broomall
[16] USPS - Newtown Square
[17] USPS - Media
[18] Delaware County Government
[19] U.S. Department of State - Apply Quiz
[20] U.S. Department of State - Application Status
[21] U.S. Department of State - Country Information
[22] U.S. Department of State - Authentications

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