A Comprehensive Guide to obtaining a Lost Passport in Connecticut

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It can be really upsetting to lose your passport, but you must keep your cool and replace it immediately. You should not be worried if you are in Connecticut and lost your passport. As, in this guide we will provide you with a comprehensive and simple approach to replace your lost or stolen passport by guiding you through every step of this comprehensive guide.

Steps for Lost or Stolen Passport Replacement

1. Report for Lost or Stolen Passport

First thing you need to do is to report your lost or stolen passport. Additionally, informing authorities of the loss can assist stop identity theft and unauthorized passport use. To report a lost US passport, follow these steps:

  • Online: To report a lost or stolen passport, go to the US Department of State’s website and complete Form DS-64 online. This document functions as an official declaration of a lost passport.
  • Phone: To report the loss, contact the National Passport Information Center at 1-877-487-2778 (TTY 1-888-874-7793) during business hours.
  • In Person: If you are in foreign countries, go to the closest American embassy or consulate to report the loss. You can, however, carry out the replacement procedure locally if you live in Georgia or Connecticut.

If you report your lost passport, be sure to include specific details about when and where it was misplaced.

2. Gather Required Lost Passport Application Documents in Connecticut

After reporting the lost passport, gather the necessary documents for replacing your lost US passport. Here's what you'll need:

  • Application for US Passport (Form DS-11). Firstly, you will need an Application for US Passport (Form DS-11). This application needs to be filled out in black ink and signed in front of a certified passport acceptance agent.
  • Citizenship Proof: Secondly, you need to provide a certified birth certificate, a prior US passport, a certificate of naturalization, or a certificate of citizenship can all serve as proof of citizenship.
  • Identity Proof: Thirdly, you will need proof of identity. A legitimate driver’s license, government ID, or military ID serves as identification proof.
  • Passport Photo: Additionally you need to provide one current photo that satisfies the requirements set forth by the Department of State of the United States.
  • Form DS-64: If you haven’t done, fill out Form DS-64: Statement Regarding a Lost or Stolen Passport online.
  • Passport Fee: Lastly, a fee for application and an execution fee are charged for replacing a lost passport. For the most recent details, visit the Department of State’s website and check the current fee schedule.

3. Complete Form DS-11

Complete Form DS-11 carefully and accurately. Do not sign the document until you receive instructions from a certified passport acceptance agency.

4. Obtain a Passport Photo

Get a recent passport photo taken that meets the specifications provided by the U.S. Department of State. Many photography studios, post offices, and pharmacies in Connecticut offer passport photo services. Ensure that the photo is clear, in color, and meets all the requirements, including size, background, and facial expression.

5. Submit Your Lost Passport Application

You have two options for submitting your passport application in Connecticut:

  • Acceptance Facility for Passports: Find a nearby Connecticut passport acceptance center. Public libraries, clerk of courts offices, and post offices are some of these facilities. Bring the necessary documents, such as Form DS-11, identification and citizenship documentation, a passport photo, Form DS-64 (if applicable), and payment. Bring these documents to the acceptance agent so they can be examined and your signature on Form DS-11 will be verified.

  • Regional Passport Agency: Make an appointment with the Connecticut Passport Agency if you need expedited assistance and have imminent travel plans. You may do this by going to the National Passport Information Center's website or the Department of State's website. Make sure you are prepared to submit documentation of your upcoming travel, such as your plane tickets or plan.

Tips for a Smooth Application

  • Double check that all information on your forms is accurate and legible before mailing.
  • Make copies of all documents for your records.
  • Do not sign the application before your acceptance agent gives you instructions to do so.
  • If your passport has six months' validity remaining at the time of application, consider renewing it three months before its expiration date for routine service in Connecticut.

If you perform the above procedures, then your passport renewal in Connecticut shouldn't be a hassle.

Facility Name Street Address City State Zip Phone
BETHEL PASSPORT ACCEPTANCE FACILITY TOWN OF BETHEL 152 GREENWOOD AVE. BETHEL CT 6801 2037981009
BRIDGEPORT MAIN POST OFFICE 120 MIDDLE STREET BRIDGEPORT CT 6602 2033325302
BRIDGEPORT POST OFFICE 115 BOSTON AVENUE BRIDGEPORT CT 6610 2033322681
DANBURY POST OFFICE 23 BACKUS AVE DANBURY CT 6810 2037961945
DARIEN POST OFFICE 30 CORBIN DRIVE DARIEN CT 6820 2036552595
FAIRFIELD POST OFFICE 357 COMMERCE DR. FAIRFIELD CT 6825 2033324546
FAIRFIELD PROBATE COURT 725 OLD POST ROAD FAIRFIELD CT 6824 2032563041
FERGUSON LIBRARY ONE PUBLIC LIBRARY PLAZA STAMFORD CT 6904 2033518210
GEORGETOWN POST OFFICE 65 REDDING RD GEORGETOWN CT 6829 2035448643
GREENWICH POST OFFICE 29 VALLEY DRIVE GREENWICH CT 6831 2036253197
HARRY BENNETT BRANCH LIBRARY 115 VINE ROAD STAMFORD CT 6905 2039641000
HAWLEYVILLE POST OFFICE 23 BARNABAS ROAD HAWLEYVILLE CT 6440 2034260623
NEWTOWN POST OFFICE 5 COMMERCE ROAD NEWTOWN CT 6470 2032700300
NORWALK BELDEN AVE POST OFFICE 2 BELDEN AVE NORWALK CT 6852 2038661673
NORWALK POST OFFICE 16 WASHINGTON STREET NORWALK CT 6854 2038384881
OLD GREENWICH POST OFFICE 36 ARCADIA ROAD OLD GREENWICH CT 6870 2036371405
RIDGEFIELD POST OFFICE 26 CATOONAH STREET RIDGEFIELD CT 6877 2034386561
SHELTON POST OFFICE 83 BRIDGE ST SHELTON CT 6484 2039248349
SHERMAN POST OFFICE 29 ROUTE 37 CENTER #1 SHERMAN CT 6784 8603546191
SOUTHPORT POST OFFICE 402 PEQUOT AVE SOUTHPORT CT 6890 2032592877
SPRINGDALE POST OFFICE 24 CAMP AVE0904 STAMFORD CT 6907 2033213910
STRATFORD POST OFFICE 411 BARNUM AVE CUT-OFF STRATFORD CT 6614 2033811373
TRUMBULL POST OFFICE 50 QUALITY STREET TRUMBULL CT 6611 2032685727
WESTPORT POST OFFICE 275 POST ROAD EAST WESTPORT CT 6880 2032262396
WILTON POST OFFICE 15 HUBBARD RD WILTON CT 6897 2037625555
AVON POST OFFICE 15 ENFORD STREET AVON CT 6001 8606780525
BERLIN DISTRICT PROBATE COURT ONE LIBERTY SQUARE NEW BRITAIN CT 6050 8608262696
BISHOPS CORNER POST OFFICE 12 CROSS ROAD PLAZA WEST HARTFORD CT 6117 8602312871
BLOOMFIELD POST OFFICE 40 JEROME AVE BLOOMFIELD CT 6002 8602420727
BRADLEY AIR MAIL FACILITY POST OFFICE 10 SCHOEPHOESTER ROAD WINDSOR LOCKS CT 6096 8602923303
BRISTOL POST OFFICE 151 N MAIN ST BRISTOL CT 6010 8605831371
BURLINGTON POST OFFICE 715 GEORGE WASHINGTON TPKE BURLINGTON CT 6013 8606756339
EAST HARTFORD (SILVER LN. BRANCH) POST OFFICE 888 SILVER LANE EAST HARTFORD CT 6118 8605698633
EAST HARTFORD MAIN POST OFFICE 850 MAIN STREET EAST HARTFORD CT 6108 8605698633
ELMWOOD VILLAGE POST OFFICE 121 SHIELD STREET WEST HARTFORD CT 6110 8609534908
ENFIELD POST OFFICE 31 PALOMBA DRIVE ENFIELD CT 6082 8607452475
FARMINGTON - BURLINGTON PROBATE COURT TOWN HALL FARMINGTON CT 6032 8606752360
FARMINGTON LIBRARY 6 MONTEITH DRIVE FARMINGTON CT 6032 8606736791
FARMINGTON POST OFFICE 210 MAIN STREET FARMINGTON CT 6032 8606797768
GLASTONBURY HEBRON PROBATE DISTRICT 2155 MAIN STREET GLASTONBURY CT 6033 8606527629
GRANBY POST OFFICE 10 BANK STREET GRANBY CT 6035 8606532293
HARTFORD MAIN POST OFFICE 141 WESTON STREET HARTFORD CT 6101 8605246147
HARTFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY 500 MAIN STREET HARTFORD CT 6103 8606956337
HARTFORD WASHINGTON ST. POST OFFICE 189 WASHINGTON ST HARTFORD CT 6106 8602401740
MANCHESTER CUSTOMER SVC INFO CTR 41 CENTER STREET MANCHESTER CT 6040 8606475235
MANCHESTER POST OFFICE 111 SHELDON ROAD MANCHESTER CT 6040 8606432735
MARLBOROUGH PROBATE COURT (REGION 14 PROBATE COURT 9 AUSTIN DRIVE MARLBOROUGH CT 6447 8602956239
NEW BRITAIN POST OFFICE 135 CHESTNUT STREET NEW BRITAIN CT 6050 8602233681
NEWINGTON BRANCH POST OFFICE 75 LOWREY PLACE NEWINGTON CT 6111 8606668436
NORTH CANTON POST OFFICE 531 CHERRY BROOK ROAD NORTH CANTON CT 6059 8606932570
OLD STATE HOUSE STATION POST OFFICE 80 STATE HOUSE SQUARE HARTFORD CT 6123 8605246147
PLANTSVILLE POST OFFICE 847 SOUTH MAIN STREET PLANTSVILLE CT 6479 8606286517
ROCKY HILL POST OFFICE 32 CHURCH ST ROCKY HILL CT 6067 8605633526
SIMSBURY POST OFFICE 932 HOPMEADOW ST. SIMSBURY CT 6070 8606587811
SOUTH WINDSOR POST OFFICE 850 CLARK STREET SOUTH WINDSOR CT 6074 8606442451
SOUTHINGTON MUNICIPAL CENTER - TOWN HALLTAX OFFICE 75 MAIN STREET SOUTHINGTON CT 6489 8602766624
UNIONVILLE POST OFFICE 24 MILL STREET UNIONVILLE CT 6085 8606732004
WETHERSFIELD POST OFFICE 67 BEAVER RD WETHERSFIELD CT 6109 8605631941
WINDSOR POST OFFICE 245 BROAD STREET WINDSOR CT 6095 8606885259
BETHLEHEM POST OFFICE 34 EAST STREET BETHLEHEM CT 6751 2032667910
CANAAN POST OFFICE 9 CHURCH ST CANAAN CT 6018 8608247475
CORNWALL BRIDGE POST OFFICE 18 KENT RD CORNWALL BRIDGE CT 6754 8606726710
GAYLORDSVILLE POST OFFICE 3 GEORGE WASHINGTON PLAZA GAYLORDSVILLE CT 6755 8603549727
KENT POST OFFICE 31 KENT GREEN BLVD KENT CT 6757 8609273435
LAKEVILLE POST OFFICE 339 MAIN STREET LAKEVILLE CT 6039 8604352780
LITCHFIELD HILLS PROBATE COURT 74 WEST STREET LITCHFIELD CT 6759 8605678065
NEW MILFORD MAYORS OFFICE 10 MAIN STREET NEW MILFORD CT 6776 8603556000
ROXBURY POST OFFICE 26 NORTH STREET ROXBURY CT 6783 8603540591
SHARON POST OFFICE 2 LOW ROAD SHARON CT 6069 8603645306
TERRYVILLE POST OFFICE 19 NORTH RIVERSIDE AVE TERRYVILLE CT 6786 8605823215
THOMASTON POST OFFICE 150 MAIN ST THOMASTON CT 6787 8602834664
TORRINGTON POST OFFICE 185 EAST ELM STREET TORRINGTON CT 6790 8604890438
WASHINGTON DEPOT POST OFFICE 9 BRYAN HALL PLAZA WASHINGTON DEPOT CT 6794 8608687474
WATERTOWN POST OFFICE 30 WOODRUFF AVE WATERTOWN CT 6795 8602742900
WINSTED POST OFFICE 328 MAIN STREET WINSTED CT 6098 8603796675
WOODBURY POST OFFICE 1 WASHINGTON AVE WOODBURY CT 6798 2032633507
CHESTER POST OFFICE 100 MAIN STREET CHESTER CT 6412 8605262780
CLINTON POST OFFICE 2 WEST MAIN STREET CLINTON CT 6413 8606694155
CROMWELL POST OFFICE 528 MAIN STREET CROMWELL CT 6416 8603655611
DEEP RIVER POST OFFICE 225 MAIN STREET DEEP RIVER CT 6417 8605265970
DURHAM FINANCE DEPARTMENT 30 TOWN HOUSE ROAD DURHAM CT 6422 8603499366
EAST HADDAM POST OFFICE 34 MAIN STREET EAST HADDAM CT 6423 8608738521
HADDAM POST OFFICE 1050 SAYBROOK RD HADDAM CT 6438 8603454770
HIGGANUM POST OFFICE 26 KILLINGWORTH ROAD HIGGANUM CT 6441 8603452703
MIDDLETOWN POST OFFICE 11 SILVER STREET MIDDLETOWN CT 6457 8606386977
MIDDLETOWN PROBATE COURT 94 COURT STREET MIDDLETOWN CT 6457 8603477424
OLD SAYBROOK POST OFFICE 36 MAIN STREET OLD SAYBROOK CT 6475 8603884479
ROCKFALL POST OFFICE 110 MAIN STREET ROCKFALL CT 6481 8603471027
WESTBROOK POST OFFICE 1411 BOSTON POST ROAD WESTBROOK CT 6498 8603996293
ALLINGTOWN BRANCH POST OFFICE 75 FARWELL ST. WEST HAVEN CT 6516 2039379135
AMITY POST OFFICE 1449 WHALLEY AVENUE NEW HAVEN CT 6515 2037827256
BRANFORD POST OFFICE 35 PARK PLACE BRANFORD CT 6405 2034887077
CAMPBELL AVE STATION POST OFFICE 589 CAMPBELL AVE WEST HAVEN CT 6516 2039319812
CHESHIRE POST OFFICE 210 MAPLE STREET CHESHIRE CT 6410 2032723593
CITY OF MERIDEN CITY COUNCIL CLERK 142 EAST MAIN STREET MERIDEN CT 6450 2036304125
FAIR HAVEN POST OFFICE 230 GRAND AVENUE FAIR HAVEN CT 6513 2037733538
GUILFORD POST OFFICE 42 WATER STREET GUILFORD CT 6437 2034532429
HAMDEN POST OFFICE 1744 DIXWELL AVE HAMDEN CT 6514 2032483171
MADISON POST OFFICE 781 BOSTON POST ROAD MADISON CT 6443 2032452394
MERIDEN POST OFFICE 190 CENTER STREET MERIDEN CT 6450 2032355755

6. Pay the Fees

For replacing your lost passport, pay the relevant fees. Depending on whether you select normal or expedited processing, the costs could change. Money orders, credit/debit cards, and personal checks are accepted means of payment.

7. Wait for Lost Passport Processing in Connecticut

The processing period for lost or stolen passport replacement starts as soon as your application is submitted, and the fees are received. While expedited processing takes two to three weeks, standard processing usually takes four to six weeks. Please be aware that processing timeframes can vary depending on the season and workload.

8. Follow Up on Your Application

If you applied at a passport acceptance site, use the tracking number supplied to check the status of your application online. If you include contact information, you will be receiving updates for applications you submit to the Connecticut Passport Agency by phone or email.

9. Receive Your New Passport

Your new passport will be mailed to you after it has been approved. Immediately confirm the information's accuracy after receiving it. If your previous passport is found, it will be revoked and given back to you individually.

10. Additional Considerations

  • Emergency Travel: To ensure quick resolution for upcoming travel plans that call for expedited service, make an appointment at the Connecticut Passport Agency.
  • Lost or Stolen Visa: Get replacement visa information from the relevant embassy or consulate if your lost passport has a valid visa for another nation.

Conclusion

It is possible to replace a lost US passport in Connecticut, by following the instructions provided in this article. A replacement passport can be obtained by promptly reporting the loss, acquiring the necessary documents, and accurately filing the application. This allows travel plans to be resumed with confidence. Do not hesitate to visit an Connecticut passport acceptance facility or get help from the National Passport Information Center during the application procedure. Happy travels!

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