Completing Form DS-82

The form may be completed by typing the required information into the online Passport Application Wizard or into the boxes on the electronic form (PDF). The application should then be printed on white A4 or letter-size paper, with each page on a separate sheet of paper.

The instructions on this form as printed both by the Passport Application Wizard and on the electronic application are written for individuals applying for a passport within the United States. As applications are processed differently outside the United States, you should ignore these instructions and instead follow the instructions for submitting your application to Embassy London as outlined on our website.

If choosing to complete the application form using a pen, it should be completed in block letters and black ink.

Item 5 - Social Security Number: You must complete this item. If you have never had a Social Security Number (SSN), write zeros in the boxes. If you have a number, but do not remember it, call the Embassy's Federal Benefits Unit for assistance. You may call 020 7499 9000, any workday, between 08:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

Item 6 - Mail My New Passport To: Complete this item with a UK address, either your home address or the address where you are staying. Please note that you may choose to have your new passport sent to a different address when you complete your self-addressed Royal Mail Special Delivery envelope or book with the Embassy's contracted courier.

Item 18 - Permanent Address or Residence: Complete this item with any address you consider to be your permanent address. This need not be in the UK or the U.S.

Items 19 and 20 - Travel Plans and Emergency Contact: This information is not required, but may be helpful in processing your application and in assisting you in the future.

Oath & Signature (bottom of page one): You must read the "Acts or Conditions" as outlined in the instruction pages before you sign. If any mentioned acts or conditions have been performed by or apply to the applicant, cross out only the applicable portion(s) and submit an explanatory signed statement with the application.

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