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To renew your passport, mail the completed renewal form with your previously-isssued passport, a recent passport photo and payment for fees to the address on the form.
Passports issued to minors age 15 or younger cannot be renewed by mail nor those that are significantly damaged. In both cases, it is necessary to apply in person at an application acceptance facility.
How early can I apply for a passport renewal?
We recommend you submit the application for a passport renewal approximately nine months before it expires. However, you can renew a passport at any time. You may want to include a brief explanation if your request is made a couple of years or more before the date of expiration.
Do I need to renew my passport before my trip?
Just because a passport has not expired does not mean that it is valid for a specific destination. Many countries require a passport have three to six months of validity remaining as an entry requirement. If your passport does not have sufficient validity for the countries you plan to visit, you will need to apply for a renewal before your trip.
What application form is required to renew a passport?
You should affix the passport photo as per the instructions on the form. Use two staples along each side of the photo.
Where should I send my passport renewal application?
Please mail the renewal form to one of the addresses below. This only applies to applicants in the United States. You must use a service that delivers to post office boxes.
Routine Service:
National Passport Processing Center Post Office Box 90155 Philadelphia, PA 19190-0155
Expedite Service:
National Passport Processing Center Post Office Box 90955 Philadelphia, PA 19190-0955
How should I send the passport renewal application?
Place the completed application form and supporting documents in a large envelope. Do not fold the form. We recommend you mail the renewal form and any personal documents using a traceable delivery method.
How much does it cost to renew a passport?
The renewal fee is $110 for a passport book and $30 for a passport card. You can request both the book and the card on the same application form.
How long does it take to get a passport renewed?
The time it takes to processing a renewal application is approximately six weeks for routine service.
It is possible to get an emergency passport renewal processed as quickly as the same day at a regional agency. The expedited commitment at these centers is to process applications within eight business days. However, an agent will evaluate your situation and the current demand to determine how quickly your application can be processed. Applicants who are unable to visit one of the agencies can get a third party to submit the application.
Will I get my old passport back?
Yes, you will get your old passport back unless it has been signficantly damaged or altered. The old passport will be cancelled and returned to you. It may arrive separately from your new passport.
How do I renew a child's passport?
Passports issued to minors age 15 or younger cannot be renewed by mail. To renew a child's passport, the minor must apply in person with both parents at an application acceptance facility.
Can I renew my passport in person?
The only place you can renew a passport in person is at a regional processing center. In order to do this, you must provide proof that you will be traveling within 2 weeks or need to obtain a foreign visa within 4 weeks.
Where can I check the status of my passport renewal?
You can check the status of your application here. Note, it takes 5-7 business days for the application to be entered into the system. Also, details about the process are not provided. You will only discover if your application is being processed or completed.
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