Can I put 2 passport renewals in the same envelope?
by Tina
(Albuquerque, NM)
Question: I would like to put my husband's and my own passport in the same envelope. Do they need to be mailed separately?
Answer: No, you do not have to mail the two passport renewal applications separately. However, we do recommend you place each
Form DS-82, passport, passport photo and payment for fees in a separate envelope. Then, place those envelopes in a larger envelope to be mailed to the address on the form.
Note, they will not stay together once they arrive at the processing center. Your new passports will be sent separately and, more than likely, will not arrive at the same time.
Finally, the old passports will be cancelled and returned to you. They are sent separately from the new passports and may arrive at a later date.
UPDATE:
High demand and mailing delays are impacting how long it takes to get a passport.
- Standard service is currently taking between 7 and 10 weeks.
- Expedited service is currently taking between 3 to 5 weeks.
NOTE: Processing times begin when applications are received at a passport agency or center. Requesting 1-2-day mailing service is recommended.
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