Application for Data Corrections, Some Name Changes, and Limited-Validity Passports. DS-5504

The DS-5504 form is used for requesting data corrections, some name changes, and a limited-validity passport. The form has four parts:

1. Part 1 is for personal information, such as full name, date of birth, and passport number.

2. Part 2 is for the requested changes, such as correcting a data error, adding a missing name, or changing a name due to marriage or other legal reasons.

3. Part 3 is for the certification of the applicant, who must swear or affirm the truthfulness of the information provided.

4. Part 4 is for the signature of the acceptance agent, or passport agency, that will process the application, verifying the authenticity of the documents presented.

The DS-5504 form is used in cases where a current passport holder needs to make a correction or some name changes, such as correcting a data error or changing a name due to marriage or legal reasons. The form is filled out by the passport holder or a representative who has legal authority to do so.

It is important to follow the instructions carefully when filling out the DS-5504 and ensure that all required documents, such as a certified marriage certificate or court order for a name change, are included. The form is free of charge when submitted for the first time within one year of issuance or if it was a recent renewal, otherwise a standard passport renewal fee applies.

The advantage of the DS-5504 form is that it allows for corrections or limited-validity passport issuance without requiring a full passport application process. The disadvantage of incorrect or incomplete information can lead to delays and complications in the processing of the application, leading to a delay in the receipt of the passport.