Primary Application Forms for a US Passport 1. Application For A US Passport (DS-11) 2.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. Application You will need Form DS11. Step One: Confirm you meet the requirements. Step Two: Fill out your form and print it. The first thing you will do is fill out a U.S. Passport Application (Form DS-11), in black ink, if you did not already complete this step beforehand. The DS-82 renewal application form is available online from the Department of State website travel.state.gov. Fill Out Form DS-11 and Print It 2.