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Submit Your Application

Please do not send your application to the Passport Agency in the United States.

In Person

Once you have all the required forms and documents, you may schedule an appointment at your preferred location on the right hand side of this page.

Please note: There is no walk-in service for United States citizens who require a service related to passports, citizenship or birth registration. These services are by appointment only.

By Mail

Once you have all the required forms and documents, you may submit your application by registered mail to the following address:

Mailing address:
U.S. Embassy Bern
ACS/Passport Section
P.O. Box
3001 Bern

Processing time for passport renewal by mail takes 14-21 business days. Please plan your travel accordingly.

Residing Abroad?

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We recommend that you register with the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP). Enrollment is voluntary and costs nothing and means that we can better assist you in case of an emergency while you are abroad. We encourage you to enroll whether you are visiting Switzerland or residing here.

AlertSwiss

U.S. Embassy Bern recommends you download the AlertSwiss app. It is an information hub managed by the Swiss Federal Office of Civil Protection for precautions during disasters and emergencies in Switzerland and Liechtenstein

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