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Replace your lost passport in just a few clicks

Can’t find your passport? Don’t sweat it, we’ve all been there. Our lost passport application process is fast and easy, just 10 minutes and you’re back in action. We make it easy so you can focus on the fun part, planning your next adventure.

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HelloGov AI, Inc. is a private company registered with the U.S. Department of State as a hand-carry passport courier. Government fee not included.

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Apply for your new passport in three simple steps

Passport application

Your application is 75% complete

  • Complete your application
  • Upload your requirements
  • Print your shipping label
  • Send your packet to us

Fill out your super-simple passport application

Fill in a few details and you're set. HelloGov makes your application quick, straightforward and hassle-free.

Scan your documents and get them checked instantly

Scan your documents from your device and we'll check them straight away to make sure everything's in order for a successful application.

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  • Application in review
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  • Passport approved
  • You'll soon receive the passport
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Daniela, your documents have arrived at Passport Agency. Your application is now being reviewed.

Track your passport live and get it quickly

Stay updated with your passport's journey by tracking your application status in real-time and get delivery updates every day.

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What you need for a Lost passport application

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You'll be able to scan all of these documents quickly and easily from your HelloGov account and get them checked and verified by your personal AI assistant.

  • Government Fee

    You’ll need to pay a government fee to apply for your passport, which varies by the type of application and services requested (HelloGov calculates your fees and shows you how to write a check that gets accepted first-time).

  • DS64

    You’ll need to complete the DS-64 form to report the details of the loss or theft. This makes sure your old passport is invalidated to prevent fraudulent use (HelloGov makes it easy to fill out and securely submit your DS-64 form).

  • Proof Of Citizenship

    You’ll need to submit proof that you’re a US citizen such as your birth certificate, naturalization certificate, or previous US passport (you can add proof of your US citizenship to your application easily with HelloGov).

  • Passport Photo

    You'll need a recent passport photo that meets guidelines for size, background, and quality to ensure your identification (HelloGov scans your photo and checks it against the requirements).

  • Don't forget!

    Proof Of Travel

    To apply for an expedited service, you’ll need to provide proof of imminent travel, such as an airline ticket or a travel itinerary (get help attaching your travel documents or creating an itinerary to expedite your application with HelloGov).

  • Proof Of ID

    You’ll need to provide a government-issued ID, such as a driver's license or military ID, to verify your identity (HelloGov helps you upload a copy of your ID quickly and securely).

  • DS11

    You’ll need to complete the DS-11 form is required for first-time applicants, minors, or if your previous passport is lost or significantly damaged (with HelloGov, completing the DS-11 form is straightforward, and we're here to help at every step).

  • Proof Of Relationship

    Proof of Relationship

Replace your lost passport in as little as 3 days

Every option includes all forms completed for you, AI assistance on your application, error detection before you send, and 24/7 support.

Smart expediting

$197

2-3 weeks

  • Get your passport in 2-3 weeks
  • All forms completed for you
  • AI assistance on your application
  • 24/7 support and help
  • Detect errors before you send
Express expediting

$649

4-6 business days

  • Use the quicker couriers for faster delivery
  • All forms completed for you
  • AI assistance on your application
  • 24/7 support and help
  • Detect errors before you send
Emergency expediting

$749

3-4 business days

  • Use the fastest couriers for fastest delivery
  • All forms completed for you
  • AI and human assistance on your application
  • 24/7 support and help
  • Detect errors before you send

Say goodbye to complicated passport applications

See the difference our AI-assisted platform makes.

AI Application ScannerEvery application is scanned & verified
Scan progress100%
  • Application form scannedVerified
  • Photo complianceVerified
  • Document authenticityVerified
  • Field validationCompleted
  • Eligibility confirmedVerified
  • Error detectionVerified
Application ready to submit99.4% approval rate
With HelloGov
  • Simple passport applications and document verification
  • AI checks for application accuracy to avoid delays
  • Around-the-clock support and tailored advice
  • Real-time tracking of passport application status

Without HelloGov
  • Complex and lengthy passport application process
  • Unclear processing times that disrupt your travel plans
  • Limited support hours and non-specific advice
  • Minimal updates on application progress
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Travel smart with
HelloGov + iVisa.

One platform for the whole journey: passports from HelloGov, travel visas from iVisa. Two market leaders are now one company, covering every document a trip requires.

Lost passport FAQs

Common questions about lost passport applications and processing.

Top Questions
  • There’s nothing worse than realizing you’ve lost your passport but replacing a lost passport doesn’t have to be a struggle. HelloGov is here to guide you through the replacement process with guidance on reporting your lost passport and providing a written statement for the Department of State to helping you apply for a new passport.

    We make it easy to complete your replacement application scan your new passport photo and any identification, like your driver's license, directly through our service and get your new passport quickly.

  • Replacing a lost passport through traditional routes can take 6-10 weeks and longer if there any mistakes in the application. But with HelloGov we can speed up that process. Our platform speeds up the application and documentation process and double-checks everything is in order before you apply.

    That way you know your replacement application will go through without a hitch and won’t delay or ruin any future travel plans.

  • To replace a lost US passport, you’ll need:

    A DS-11 application form for a new passport.

    A birth certificate or naturalization certificate if additional proof of U.S. citizenship is required.

    A recent, compliant passport photo.

    A valid form of identification.

    Payment for the passport fee.

    HelloGov will guide you through preparing these documents, ensuring your application for a new passport is comprehensive and ready for processing.

Expedite your passport through
our AI-powered platform

Whether you need a passport, visa, or want to partner with us, HelloGov makes it simple.

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