How do I affix my photos to the application for a passport renewal?
by Gail
(Montclair, NJ)
Question: I am sending in my application on Monday January 25 via Federal Express at the end of the day and would like the answers to the questions above:
Do I clip or staple the photos to the application for a passport book renewal?
How do I answer question no. 10 about most recent passport book --do I put in the passport number?
Answer: 
Gail,
First of all,
only one photo is required. Previously, two passport photos were required. This is no longer the rule.
When affixing
passport photo to
Form DS-82, you should to the following.
Staple the passport photo to the application. Use the word "Staple" on the application as a guide. Do not bend the photo.
As for question 10 on the form, you write your most recent passport number.
Return to Passport Photo FAQ.
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