How is the 15 year passport renewal date calculated?
by Mike
(Huntington Beach, CA, USA)
Question: My passport was issued exactly 15 years ago. I need a passport for a trip late this year. Is today the last date for renewal, or is December 31st of this year?
Answer: The 15 years is calculated from the date of issuance. You can no longer renew your passport by mail. It will be necessary to apply for a new passport by submitting form DS-11 in person at an application acceptance facility.
To locate a passport office in Huntington Beach, click the link below.
Florida Passport Offices
For a list of requirements, click the link below.
How to Get a New Passport
Standard processing of application takes 4-6 weeks. Expedited service through the application acceptance facility takes 2-3 weeks.
If you need your passport sooner, you can set up an appointment at the regional agency or get a reliable expediter to submit the form for you. For details, click the appropriate link below.
Miami Passport Agency
Passport Expediting Service
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