Municipal Courts

U.S. Passport Services

*NOTICE: Fees and Processing times are subject to change without notice, please refer to the U.S. Department of State website www.travel.state.gov for the most up-to-date information.

The Municipal Courts Department on behalf of the U.S. Department of State accepts passport applications for U.S. citizens who want to get a new passport. Citizens may apply in person using the DS-11 application only.  We do not accept the DS-82 renewal application. 

Am I Eligible to Schedule an Appointment?

You are eligible to schedule an appointment and apply in person with a DS-11 application if:

• You are applying for your first U.S. passport
• You are under the age of 16
• Your previous U.S. Passport:
  • Was issued when you were under the age of 16
  • Was lost, stolen, or damaged
  • Was issued more than 15 years ago
  • Was issued under another name and your name has now changed

If none of the above applies, you may be eligible to renew your passport by mail using the DS-82. The DS-82 cannot be accepted at our facility it must be mailed to the address on the form. We only accept the DS-11 application.

I Am Eligible!

These are the steps to apply in person (Electronic version of Citizenship or Id is not acceptable):

• Complete a passport application (DS-11), in black ink or typed prior to arrival. Passport Applications & Forms
• Bring the original citizenship document(s) and one photocopy of the document(s).
  • Your original citizenship document(s) will be sent to the Passport Agency and will be returned back to you after you receive your passport. Eligible Citizenship Documents
• Bring the original identification and one single-sided copy of the identification. Eligible Identity Documents
• Bring your recent passport photo (Photo services are not provided at our facility)
  • Photo must have been taken within 6 months of appointment Photo Requirements
• Bring two separate payments (Fees cannot be combined):
  • City of Houston: Non-refundable $35 fee per applicant, payable by check, money order, or credit card. Make payment payable to CITY OF HOUSTON.
  • U.S. Department of State: Make payable by check or money order. Make payment payable to U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE.

Minors
All legal guardians must be present or submit a consent form (DS-3053).
Original Valid ID is required for applicants 16 years and older.

Schedule An Appointment
A separate appointment is needed for every applicant that will be applying for a U.S. Passport. To schedule an appointment and get more information click the Central Houston link below. If a cellular phone number is provided a text reminder will be sent within 24 hours of your appointment(s). Your carrier’s standard messaging rates will apply. As a courtesy, please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled appointment. For questions, call us at 713-247-5410.