Primary Application Forms for a U.S. Passport ; 1. Application For A U.S. Passport (DS-11) ; 2.Here are some tips from a Passport Acceptance Agent on how to fill out the DS-11 application, which is the basic passport form. Application form DS-11: This form must be filled out but not signed until you submit it at the post office. Complete and submit Form DS-11 to a Passport Acceptance Facility. Forms are also available in our office. It is very important that the application is filled out and time is taken to write legibly. The application must be filled out in BLACK ink only or typed. All Privacy Release forms MUST include: The full name, birthdate, and passport application number for the passport applicant(s). Please fill out the form in black ink.