Proof of identity for new passport

[farazs1]

We are applying for our first US passport. We have no proof of identity. Is Naturalization Certificate enough as citizenship proof as well as identity proof (there is a picture on it)?

[R78]

Yes, NC should suffice
If you currently possess a passport, driver license, etc, you can also include a copy of that

[farazs1]

Awesome! Thank you!

[NA1978]

I believe for first US passport it has to be in person appointment in a passport office or whatever it’s called. It can’t be through mail application. Are passport offices open for non emergency passport applications?

[farazs1]

Yes, went to USPS today and applied today. BTW the person did ask for a separate ID. Fortunately we had Indian passport which he accepted. They require you make appointments using USPS website. They did charge us $145. Apparently there is a facility charge of $35 and then application fee of $110. I don't believe there was a facility charge few years ago. Whole process took less than 15 minutes. HTH!

[NA1978]

Oh good to know that they have started.