Lost or Stolen Passport: What to Do

Report it as soon as possible using Form DS-64. The fastest way is the online form, which cancels the passport within about one business day. Once reported lost or stolen, the passport is permanently invalid and cannot be used again, even if you find it later.

No. A replacement for a lost or stolen passport must be applied for in person on Form DS-11, like a first-time application. You cannot renew it by mail or online. Expect the standard fees, which for a US adult book are 130 dollars plus the 35 dollar execution fee.

Report and cancel the lost or stolen passport online first, then apply for a replacement. The replacement fee is 115.50 pounds, and you will usually need someone to confirm your identity online as part of the application.

Report it immediately, then contact the nearest embassy or consulate of your country and apply in person. The US can issue an emergency, limited-validity passport, often the next business day in urgent cases. The UK issues an emergency travel document, usually ready about 2 working days after you apply, valid for a single journey.

If your passport was stolen, a police report is helpful and sometimes required, especially abroad or for insurance. It is not always mandatory for the replacement itself, but it creates a record and can speed things up.