First, identify whether you need a new passport or a renewal. First-time applicants will need to apply in person, while renewals can often be completed by mail. Adults over 16 need a full-validity passport, while children’s passports have different requirements. Bring proof of U.S. citizenship like a birth certificate and a valid government-issued photo ID.

Collect all necessary documents before your application. You’ll need a completed DS-11 form for new passports or DS-82 for renewals, proof of citizenship, a valid photo ID, and a recent passport photo. Tishomingo City Hall and local pharmacies often offer passport photo services to make this step easier.

Carefully fill out your application form, ensuring all information matches your supporting documents. Double-check spellings, dates, and personal details. For new passports, you must apply in person at an authorized passport acceptance facility, which in Tishomingo includes the county clerk’s office.

Bring all required documents, completed application, and payment to the designated passport acceptance location. Current fees for adult passports are $130 for the application plus a $35 execution fee. Be prepared to pay by check, money order, or credit card depending on the facility’s accepted payment methods.

Standard passport processing takes 6-8 weeks. If you need it faster, expedited service is available for an additional fee, typically reducing processing time to 3-5 weeks. You can track your application online using the provided application number after submission.

Your new passport will be mailed directly to the address you provide on the application. Keep an eye on your mailbox, and make sure someone is available to receive the certified mail. Once received, immediately check all information for accuracy.