WASHINGTON — A limited-edition U.S. passport featuring President Donald Trump is drawing fresh attention after Eric Trump shared his copy on September 2. The U.S. State Department says 250,000 of the commemorative “Patriot Passports” are being offered for America’s 250th anniversary, but Americans who specifically want one must follow a special in-person application process.
— Eric Trump (@EricTrump) September 2, 2026
The passport is an official U.S. travel document, not a souvenir. There is no separate premium for the commemorative design, and the State Department says it retains the security features used in next-generation U.S. passports.
What is the Trump Patriot Passport?
The Patriot Passport is a special 2026 edition marking 250 years since American independence. Its exterior retains the familiar dark-blue U.S. passport appearance, while commemorative artwork appears inside.
The inside front cover features President Trump’s portrait and signature alongside Declaration of Independence text and an American flag background. The inside back cover depicts the signing of the Declaration of Independence and includes a prominent “250.” The exterior back carries a Freedom 250 emblem.
The commemorative passport is part of wider attention surrounding America’s anniversary releases, including the U.S. Mint Trump $1 coin for 2026.
How do you get a Trump Patriot Passport?
Applicants who specifically want the commemorative design must attend an in-person appointment at the Washington Passport Agency or a designated 250th-anniversary commemorative passport event.
The State Department directs applicants to call the National Passport Information Center at 1-877-487-2778 and select option 9 to check availability and arrange an appointment.
Special commemorative appointments cannot currently be booked through the normal online appointment system.
Can you apply online or by mail?
No, not if you want the Patriot Passport. Applicants using an online application, mailing an application, visiting a regular passport acceptance facility or applying through a U.S. embassy or consulate abroad receive the existing passport design instead.
This distinction is important for anyone considering a routine renewal and expecting the commemorative version automatically.
Who is eligible?
The special passport does not have its own citizenship or eligibility rules. Applicants use the normal DS-11 or DS-82 form, depending on their circumstances, and must meet standard U.S. passport requirements.
That can include proof of U.S. citizenship, acceptable identification, a passport photograph and other documents required for the applicant’s particular application.
How much does the Patriot Passport cost?
There is no additional commemorative surcharge. The State Department says established passport fees apply, meaning the final cost depends on the application type and whether services such as expedited processing are requested.
Applicants should check the current fee schedule rather than treating the Patriot Passport as a separately priced collectible.
Where can you apply in September 2026?
The State Department’s published September schedule includes commemorative passport opportunities in Honolulu on September 2; Seattle and Houston on September 12; and Washington, D.C., and Portsmouth, New Hampshire, on September 26.
Appointments are required and availability can change. Applicants should verify dates and new locations on the State Department’s official Patriot Passport page before traveling.
Do you need international travel booked?
Not necessarily. The Washington Passport Agency accepts appointments specifically for commemorative passport applicants. If an applicant does not have imminent international travel, the completed passport can be mailed after processing.
At designated commemorative events, normal processing times generally apply and completed passports are mailed to applicants.
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Is it available as a 52-page passport?
No. The Patriot Passport is available as a 26-page book. Travelers requesting the larger 52-page passport book receive the existing design instead.
This may be important for frequent international travelers who prefer additional pages for visas and entry stamps.
Is the regular U.S. passport being replaced?
No. The commemorative edition does not replace the regular U.S. passport. Existing valid passports also do not need to be replaced because the Patriot Passport has been introduced.
Americans who do not want Trump’s portrait can continue applying through ordinary channels and receive the standard design.
How secure is the Patriot Passport?
The State Department says the commemorative edition retains next-generation passport protections, including a polycarbonate data page, laser engraving, security fibers and a perforated alphanumeric passport number throughout the book.
Why is the passport getting attention now?
The special edition was introduced earlier in 2026, so Eric Trump’s September 2 post is not the original launch. His video has instead renewed attention on the finished design and how Americans can obtain one.
The passport discussion also comes amid wider interest in U.S. travel and immigration rules. International travelers can separately follow developments involving the Trump administration’s B1/B2 visa revocation policy.
What applicants should know before booking
The State Department says 250,000 Patriot Passports are being offered nationally, but that does not guarantee appointments at every location.
Applicants should confirm availability, prepare the correct form and supporting documents, and avoid third parties claiming they can sell government appointments. The State Department does not charge a separate fee simply to schedule a passport appointment.
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