In person (by appointment or walk-in) or by mail at the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) that covers your state. People with a lost passport, a photo more than 20 years old or a major change in appearance must apply in person.
Step by step
- Find the TECO office that covers your state and check its passport page.
- Fill in the R.O.C. passport application form and sign it.
- Gather two recent photos, your current passport and a copy of your US status document.
- Pay by cash, money order or cashier's check payable to TECO. Credit cards and personal checks are not accepted.
- Submit in person (appointment or walk-in) or by mail, including a prepaid USPS Priority Mail return envelope if you want the passport mailed back.
- Collect the passport in person or receive it by mail once it arrives from Taipei.
Taiwan passport fees in the US
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Regular e-passport (10-year) | $45 |
| E-passport for children under 14 (5-year) | $31 |
| Emergency non-biometric passport (1 year) | $10 |
Documents to bring
- Completed R.O.C. passport application form
- Two identical color photos, 4.5 x 3.5 cm, white background, taken within the last 6 months
- Most recent original passport
- Copy of proof of US status (US passport, green card, naturalization certificate, driver's license or US visa)
- Minors: parent or guardian consent, ID and proof of relationship
- Men aged 19 to 36: military service status documents if applicable
Processing time
About 8 to 10 weeks for an e-passport after all documents are complete; 5 to 10 working days for a non-biometric passport.
More about the Seattle consulate
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Questions
Can I renew my Taiwan passport at the Seattle office?
Only if you live in its consular district: Washington, Montana, Wyoming, Idaho, Alaska and Oregon. If you live elsewhere, apply at the Taiwan office for your state.
How much does a Taiwan passport cost in Seattle?
Regular e-passport (10 years): $45. Amounts published by TECO in San Francisco. Confirm the amount with your office.
Do I need an appointment for a passport at the Seattle office?
Bookings are made through TECO online appointment system. Follow the booking instructions on the official page for passport services.
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