Welcome to the Passport Place at the University of Louisville!
The Passport Place is authorized to accept Passport applications from eligible U.S. citizens on behalf of the Department of State.
Location: The Passport Place is located on the lower level of Jouett Hall (Room LL02) on the campus of the University of Louisville. The University of Louisville is located at 2301 South Third Street, Louisville, KY 40292.
Hours of Operation: Monday – Thursday 8:30 am – 7:00 pm and Friday 8:30 - 5:00 pm
Phone Number: 502-852-0300
Closed on University Holidays.
No appointment is needed at this time. The Passport Place is open for walk-in appointments.
Campus parking for Jouett Hall (PDF).
The Passport Place at UofL is dedicating to supporting international education at UofL.
When you visit the Passport Place, the standard execution fee you pay goes directly to supporting international education programs at UofL!
Planning to travel? Apply early! It is advisable to apply at least 4-6 months before your planned travel. Processing times for routine and expedited service are as follows: Customers with life-or-death emergencies should make an in-person appointment at a Passport Agency or Center. More information about appointments is available. Please note: Renewals of passports do not require a visit to a Passport Acceptance Facility. Renewals can be mailed to the National Passport Processing Center. See the instructions on Form DS-82 (PDF). Important Note: Do NOT submit any passport application information to our office via email. We cannot accept applications via email. You must bring your application to the Passport Place in person. To apply for a United States Passport, you will need to follow these steps: To apply for a United States Passport, you will need to follow these steps: The Passport Place does not accept cash, credit or debit cards, or electronic payment of any kind for payment of fees. You will need to bring two separate payments with you: Note: A $20 fee will be assessed for all returned checks. Kentucky residents will need either a valid US Passport or the Voluntary Travel ID (REAL ID-compliant driver's license) for domestic air travel effective May 7, 2025. You may also find more helpful specifics on drive.ky.gov. For specific questions about travel/passports, visit the National Passport Information Center/U.S. Department of State's website or call their customer service line at 877.487.2778 or Passport Duty Office (Life and Death Travel Emergencies ONLY) at 202.647.4000. For specific questions about the services we offer at The Passport Place at the University of Louisville, please call our office at 502-852-0300 or email the Passport Place.Timeline for Applying for a U.S. Passport
What to bring to your appointment
Applying for an ADULT Passport
Applying for a CHILD Passport
Forms
Fees
United States Passport Fees
Adult Applicants (16 Years and Older)
What are you applying for?
Use Form
Application Fee
Paid to U.S. Deparment of StateExecution Fee
Paid to University of Louisville
First-time Adult Passport Book
DS-11 (PDF)
$130
$35
First-time Adult Passport Card
Not valid for international air travel. Valid only for travel by land and by sea to Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, and the Caribbean.DS-11 (PDF)
$30
$35
First-time Adult Passport Book & Card
DS-11 (PDF)
$160
$35
Adult Passport Card
For applicants who currently have a valid passport book.DS-82 (PDF)
$30
No Charge
Adult Renewals
What are you renewing?
Use Form
Application Fee
Paid to U.S. Deparment of State
Adult passport Book
DS-82 (PDF)
$130
Adult Passport Card
Not valid for international air travel. Valid only for travel by land and by sea to Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, and the Caribbean.DS-82 (PDF)
$30
Adult Passport Book & Card
DS-82 (PDF)
$160
All Minor Applicants (Under 16)
What are you applying for?
Use Form
Application Fee
Paid to U.S. Deparment of StateExecution Fee
Paid to University of Louisville
Minor Passport Book
DS-11 (PDF)
$100
$35
Minor Passport Card
Not valid for international air travel. Valid only for travel by land and by sea to Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, and the Caribbean.DS-11 (PDF)
$15
$35
Minor Passport Book & Card
DS-11 (PDF)
$115
$35
Optional Fees (Paid to the U.S. Department of State)
Expedite Fee
Paid per application, in addition to required fees. Provides faster processing than routine service.
$60
1-2 Day Delivery
Paid per application for 1-2 day delivery of an issued passport book from the Deparment of State to the customer. Only applies to mailing addresses within the United States. Not valid for passport cards.
$21.36
File Search Fee
A file search is necessary when an applicant is unable to present evidence of U.S. citizenship or verification of a previously issued U.S. Passport or Consular Report of Birth Abroad. Applicant must submit Form DS-11 (PDF) and a writen request for a file search.
$150
Important Notices
COVID-19 Updates
The U.S. Department of State is advising extreme caution with international travel, depending on infection rates. Effective, May 4, 2022, masking is only required in clinical areas on campus. In all other areas, masks are optional regardless of vaccination status. Please see the University of Louisville Covid-19 page for more information. Please check the U.S. Department of State’s website for country-specific Covid-19 information. Questions