APVI — American Passport & Visa International
    U.S. Passport · Name Change

    Your passport name change, reviewed by APVI and submitted for you.

    Marriage, divorce, or court-ordered name change, your passport must match the name on your ticket. APVI files the right form, DS-82 or DS-5504, with your supporting documents and expedites issuance.

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    Speak with a passport name change specialist:(800) 766-0452

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    APVI is a private passport courier service, not a government agency. You may apply directly through the U.S. Department of State without using APVI. Start your name change today.

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    Processing & fees

    Pick your name change speed. We do the rest.

    Standard government mail-in processing can take weeks. APVI helps eligible travelers update their passport name faster through specialist review and registered expediting support. Every option includes form and document review, secure upload, shipping instructions, and status updates.

    Fastest

    Emergency - 5 Business days

    Emergency expediting for travelers whose ticket is already booked in the new name. Priority specialist review and the fastest option APVI offers for eligible name changes.

    APVI service fee$499
    U.S. government passport fee (passport book)$213.36
    Total before optional shipping$712.36

    U.S. government passport fees are shown separately from APVI service fees.

    Rush

    Rush - 10 Business days

    Rush expediting for trips a couple of weeks out. Full review of your form and certified name-change proof before you ship your packet.

    APVI service fee$399
    U.S. government passport fee (passport book)$213.36
    Total before optional shipping$612.36

    U.S. government passport fees are shown separately from APVI service fees.

    Standard

    Priority - 2 to 3 Weeks

    Priority expediting for travelers with a little more runway who still want specialist review and tracked handling.

    APVI service fee$199
    U.S. government passport fee (passport book)$213.36
    Total before optional shipping$412.36

    U.S. government passport fees are shown separately from APVI service fees.

    Passport applicants pay U.S. Department of State government fees of $213.36 separately by check or money order included with the application packet.

    Shipping options are selected in the order form and are not included in the totals shown above.

    Government passport fees are shown separately from APVI service fees. Final government processing and passport issuance are handled by the U.S. Department of State.

    APVI is a private passport courier and travel document services company. APVI is not the U.S. Department of State or a government agency. You may apply directly through the U.S. Department of State without using APVI. APVI service fees are separate from U.S. government passport fees.

    Customer stories

    Passport customers trust APVI when timing matters.

    Hear from a real APVI customer who relied on clear instructions, human support, and a smoother passport process.

    APVI Passport Services Customer Story
    “APVI makes the process a lot less stressful because their website is super informative, and if you get hung up on something, you can always call and talk to a person.”
    Kim Stroud · APVI Passport Services Customer

    Real customers choose APVI when they want expert help, clear communication, and a smoother passport process.

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    • Human passport support
    • Clear next steps
    • Trusted when timing matters
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    Questions? Speak with a passport specialist: (800) 766-0452

    How it works

    How passport name change works with APVI.

    Start your order online, upload your documents for review, ship your current passport and certified name-change proof, and APVI helps prepare and submit your passport name change packet.

    1. 01

      Start your name change order

      Choose your passport name change processing option and start your order online.

    2. 02

      Upload your documents for specialist review

      Securely upload your current passport, passport photo, name-change document, and application materials so an APVI passport specialist can review your file.

    3. 03

      Receive your FedEx shipping instructions

      After review, APVI provides shipping instructions or a prepaid FedEx label so you can send your passport name change packet securely.

    4. 04

      APVI submits your name change packet

      Once your file is complete, APVI submits your eligible passport name change application through its registered expediting process.

    5. 05

      Receive your updated passport

      After processing is complete, your updated passport is returned to you after the U.S. Department of State completes processing.

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    What you'll need

    What you'll need for a passport name change.

    Complete your passport application through the U.S. Department of State website, then print and sign it. Your APVI specialist confirms whether DS-82 or DS-5504 is correct for your case and reviews the completed form before you ship anything.
    Original documents or certified copies of your name change document are required, such as a certified marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order. All originals are returned with your new passport.
    You must provide your undamaged 10-year passport book and/or card as part of your application. These originals are sent in with your packet after your documents have been reviewed.
    Provide a copy of your plane ticket, airline confirmation email, or travel itinerary showing your upcoming trip.
    Your passport photo must be taken within the last 6 months. Photos older than 6 months will not be accepted. Your specialist checks your photo against the current specifications before submission.
    Adult applicants (16 years and older) pay U.S. Department of State fees separately: $213.36 for a passport book, or $243.36 for a passport book and card. These are paid by check or money order included with your packet.
    Download and complete your APVI Letter of Authorization. The LOA allows APVI to submit your documents and receive them back on your behalf.
    Once you have completed and uploaded all of your application documents, sign your checklist and upload it as the final item.
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    Passport Name Change documents reviewed by an APVI specialist
    Why APVI

    Name change mistakes can delay your trip. APVI helps catch issues before submission.

    Name change applications are routinely delayed for missing certified documents or the wrong form. An APVI passport specialist confirms eligibility and assembles a complete file before anything leaves your hands.

    • Correct form review for DS-82 or DS-5504 eligibility
    • Certified marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order review
    • Passport photo and current passport review
    • Secure document upload with bank-grade encryption
    • FedEx shipping instructions where applicable
    • A dedicated APVI passport specialist assigned to every order
    • Status updates from start to finish
    • 23+ years helping U.S. travelers
    • BBB A+ Accredited, with Trustpilot and Google review proof
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    Roles and responsibilities

    What APVI Does — and What the U.S. Department of State Does

    APVI helps manage the process. The government issues the passport.

    What APVI does

    • Reviews forms, photos, supporting documents, and service path
    • Provides clear next-step and shipping instructions
    • Helps with courier submission and pickup where eligible
    • Provides status updates
    • Helps reduce preventable document mistakes before submission

    What the U.S. Department of State does

    • Reviews and adjudicates the passport application
    • Determines whether the passport is issued
    • Sets government passport fees
    • Controls government processing
    • Prints and issues the passport

    APVI is a private passport courier service and is not the U.S. Department of State.

    DIY vs. APVI

    A passport name change sounds simple, until the wrong form or missing proof delays your trip.

    A small mistake can delay your updated passport for weeks. Here is how doing it yourself compares with having an APVI passport specialist review your name change.

    Without APVI

    The DIY path

    • Correct form selection: You must choose between DS-82 and DS-5504 yourself.
    • Certified name-change document review: Certified document requirements are easy to miss.
    • Passport and ticket name match: A name mismatch can affect tickets, travel, and check-in.
    • Passport photo review: You have to judge your own photo against the specifications.
    • Form and signature review: You must catch form, signature, and payment mistakes yourself.
    • Shipping instructions: You choose your own carrier and hope it arrives intact.
    • Processing speed: Standard government mail-in processing can take weeks.
    • Status support: Limited visibility once your packet is in the mail.
    • Human specialist support: No one to call when a question comes up.
    • Return delivery: You wait for standard return mail.
    With APVI

    The APVI path

    • Correct form selection: APVI confirms the correct form based on your exact situation.
    • Certified name-change document review: A specialist reviews your certified proof before submission.
    • Passport and ticket name match: APVI works backward from your travel date so names line up in time.
    • Passport photo review: Your specialist checks the photo before it reaches the Passport Office.
    • Form and signature review: APVI reviews your complete packet before submission.
    • Shipping instructions: Secure upload and FedEx shipping instructions are provided.
    • Processing speed: Eligible applications are submitted through APVI's registered expediting process.
    • Status support: You receive updates from order to return delivery.
    • Human specialist support: A passport specialist helps catch preventable errors.
    • Return delivery: Tracked return delivery of your updated passport and originals.
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    New name handled, trip protected.

    APVI helps eligible travelers update their passport name faster through specialist review and registered expediting support, so a preventable error never costs you a departure date.

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    Frequently asked

    Everything you need to know, in plain English.

    Still have questions? Call us at (800) 766-0452.

    No. APVI is a private passport courier and travel document services company. APVI is not the U.S. Department of State or a government agency.
    Yes. You may apply directly through the U.S. Department of State without using APVI. APVI is an optional private service for travelers who want help with document review, shipping guidance, courier handling where eligible, and human support.
    Government passport fees are shown separately from APVI service fees. Shipping options are selected in the order form and are not included in the landing-page totals unless specifically shown.
    No. Passport issuance is handled by the U.S. Department of State. APVI helps eligible travelers prepare documents, manage shipping, and use courier handling where available.
    No. Final passport issuance is determined by the U.S. Department of State. APVI helps reduce preventable document mistakes through specialist review and process guidance.
    Some passport services, such as New Passport, Child Passport, Lost or Stolen Passport, and Damaged Passport, may require a local Passport Acceptance Agent step. APVI explains what to bring, what to sign, and how to send the sealed envelope after your visit.
    The application you fill out before your payment is just your order with APVI.com. You will complete the official application for your process and gather all of the required documents after your order has been placed. 

    Don’t worry, we will provide you with all the details you need for your expedited application process!
    APVI.com is a third-party US Passport and Travel Visa expediting company registered with the US Department of State and over 90 Embassies. Since 2003, we have assisted over 9 million customers to expedite their US Passports and Travel Visas, and we pass on that experience and knowledge to the processing of all our clients’ documents on time every time! 

    APVI.com provides you with all the information and assistance you need for navigating the application process and all applications and supporting documents are reviewed by an APVI specialist before shipping your documents. Once your documents have been received, we will submit them on your behalf to the government for the expedited processing selected. We will notify you when your application is received, submitted and completed and if for any reason there is an issue with the processing of your application, we will help with the re-submission of the corrected items to minimize further delays. 

    For more information about APVI.com, please visit our Company Page.
    Our order page provides a breakdown of each cost associated with your order. 

    There are no hidden fees, all service, Government and Shipping fees are provided upfront before pressing “Process My Order.”

    Passport applicants will pay their government fees separate from their APVI processing fee by check or money order included with the documents for submission. For more information on the US Department of State fees associated with passports, please click here. 
    Your documents are gathered together per the checklist provided after your order has been placed. Once you have gathered the required documents, you will upload them to your instructions page. An APVI specialist will review your documents and provide you with a prepaid overnight FedEx shipping label via email. You will place all the required documents into a FedEx shipping envelope and affix the provided label to the front. Drop your application packet to your nearest drop off location (please do not use a dropbox) or schedule a pick-up, and we will provide you with an update once your documents have been received.
    Thank you for placing an order with us! Please follow the instructions provided on your instructions page and begin uploading your documents. Once your documents have been uploaded, an APVI specialist will review your documents and email you a prepaid FedEx shipping label. 

    Please note that our specialist's hours are 9 am to 5 pm, 7 days a week EST. If you have placed an order outside these hours, a specialist will review your order on the next business day.  

    APVI offers same day passport processing. When selecting this option, please remember that this does not include shipping if you are outside of the DC area. For example, if you send your documents on Monday, the processing will begin on Tuesday, as long as the documents arrive to us by 8:30 am. They should be released Tuesday night and back to you on Wednesday. This is barring any delays with shipping or U.S. Department of State and is not applicable if there are issues with the documents inside the sealed envelope.

    You must submit an original or certified copy of your US birth certificate or US naturalization certificate. For any applicant 16 years or older that was issued a child passport, your expired, undamaged passport may count as proof of citizenship, as well. The U.S. Department of State will return your proof of citizenship back upon completion of your passport. Please be advised that U.S. Department of State will not accept a printed copy of your proof of citizenship. 

    Get started today

    Update your U.S. passport name
    with APVI.

    Start your name change order online, upload your documents securely, and let an APVI passport specialist review your form, passport, photo, and certified name-change proof before submission.

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