APVI — American Passport & Visa International
    U.S. Passport · Second Valid Passport

    A second U.S. passport, for the way you really travel.

    Frequent international travel, simultaneous visa applications, or sensitive destinations? A second valid U.S. passport keeps you moving while one book is away for processing. You provide the justification letter, APVI reviews, advises, and expedites issuance.

    Apply for Second Passport

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

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    APVI, Inc. is a private passport and visa expediting company registered with the U.S. Department of State. Apply for your second passport today.

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    Registered with the U.S. Department of State

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    23+ years of trusted service

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    Bank-grade document encryption

    Processing & fees

    Pick your second passport speed. We review the rest.

    A second valid passport is not issued for convenience alone, so the strength of your file matters. Every option includes justification letter review, travel evidence review, secure upload, shipping instructions, and status updates.

    Fastest

    Emergency - 5 Business days

    Priority handling for frequent travelers with the tightest departure dates. Your justification letter and supporting evidence are reviewed first.

    APVI service fee$499

    Government fees paid separately

    Rush

    Rush - 10 Business days

    Rush expediting for trips a couple of weeks out, with full review of your request letter and travel evidence before you ship your packet.

    APVI service fee$399

    Government fees paid separately

    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

    Government fees paid separately

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

    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 easier because all the information I needed to get together was laid out on the website.”
    Timothy Herzog · APVI Passport Services Customer

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

    • Real APVI customer story
    • 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 second passport processing works with APVI.

    Start your order online, upload your documents for review, ship your current passport and supporting materials, and APVI helps prepare and submit your second passport request.

    1. 01

      Start your second passport order

      Choose your Second Valid Passport processing option and start your order online.

    2. 02

      Upload your documents for specialist review

      Securely upload your current passport, passport photo, justification letter, travel evidence, 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 second passport packet securely.

    4. 04

      APVI submits your second passport request

      Once your file is complete, APVI submits your eligible second passport request through its registered expediting process.

    5. 05

      Receive your second passport

      After processing is complete, your second valid U.S. passport is returned using the selected delivery method.

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    What you'll need

    What you'll need for a second valid passport.

    Complete your DS-82 passport application through the U.S. Department of State website, then print and sign it. Your APVI specialist reviews the completed form before you ship anything.
    Upload a copy of your current undamaged 10-year passport book. The book must meet the validity requirements for your request, and the original is shipped in with your packet after your documents are reviewed.
    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.
    Download and complete your Statement Regarding a Second Valid Passport. The form must be completed in its entirety and hand signed. This justification statement is the heart of the request, and APVI reviews it before submission.
    If you are requesting a second valid passport for business purposes, a business request letter is required in addition to the Statement Regarding a Second Valid Passport. Your specialist advises on what the letter should establish.
    Provide a copy of your plane ticket, airline confirmation email, or travel itinerary showing your upcoming international travel.
    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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    Why APVI

    Second passport requests depend on the justification letter. APVI helps strengthen the file before submission.

    A second valid U.S. passport is issued only when a traveler shows a legitimate, documented need, such as frequent international travel, visa applications that tie up the primary book, or sensitive-destination concerns. An APVI passport specialist reviews your statement and supporting evidence before anything is shipped or submitted.

    • Justification letter review before anything is submitted
    • Frequent travel and visa-processing evidence review
    • Sensitive-destination travel guidance
    • Current passport and passport photo review
    • Secure document upload with bank-grade encryption
    • Prepaid 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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    DIY vs. APVI

    Self-filed second passport requests often fail when the justification is weak.

    The second book is granted on the strength of your stated need and the evidence behind it. Here is how doing it yourself compares with having an APVI passport specialist review your request.

    Without APVI

    The DIY path

    • Eligibility and legitimate need: You decide on your own whether your situation supports a second book.
    • Justification letter: You must explain your need clearly on your own, and vague letters can lead to denial.
    • Supporting travel evidence: Supporting evidence is easy to omit.
    • Simultaneous visa-processing proof: It can be unclear which visa-processing proof to include.
    • 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: A small mistake can delay your travel plans by 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

    • Eligibility and legitimate need: APVI reviews your stated need before you ship anything.
    • Justification letter: APVI reviews the justification letter before submission.
    • Supporting travel evidence: A passport specialist checks your supporting travel evidence.
    • Simultaneous visa-processing proof: Your specialist tells you what evidence best supports the request.
    • Passport photo review: Your specialist checks the photo before it reaches the Passport Office.
    • Form and signature review: APVI reviews your full packet before submission.
    • Shipping instructions: Secure upload and FedEx shipping instructions are provided.
    • Processing speed: Eligible requests 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 second passport.
    Two closed U.S. passport books with boarding passes and travel essentials

    Two books, no travel gaps.

    Your primary passport and second passport carry different passport numbers, so one book can sit with a foreign mission while you keep traveling on the other. APVI helps eligible travelers document that need properly before submission.

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    Frequently asked

    Everything you need to know, in plain English.

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

    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

    Apply for your second valid U.S. passport
    with APVI.

    Start your order online, upload your documents securely, and let an APVI passport specialist review your justification letter, travel evidence, passport, photo, and application materials before submission.

    Start My ApplicationCall (800) 766-0452
    • Justification letter reviewed
    • Dedicated passport specialist
    • Status updates start to finish