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You cannot verify a passport number. But the local police and the embassy / consulate of the country that issued the passport are normally able to do so. Most issuing authorities keep lists of cancelled passports. The Interpol also has such a list to which your local police may have access. Views.
Passport Questions? Phone: 1-877-487-2778/ 1-888-874-7793 (TDD/TTY) Customer service representatives are available: Monday- Friday 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Eastern Time Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time *Except on Federal Holidays; Automated passport information is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Se habla espaÃ±ol. Email: NPIC@state.gov . Most email inquiries are answered within 24 hours. Please call for the status of your passport. We cannot email that information. Do not email for travel emergencies. Contact us by phone only.