Where should I send my passport renewal application?
by Bart
(Nevada)
Question: The provided address is a PO box. I need a physical address so that I may send it via FedEx or UPS.
Answer: The only addresses given by the State Department to which applicants can mail their applications for
passport renewals are those provided on
application form DS-82.
FOR ROUTINE SERVICE:
If you live in CA, FL, IL, MN, NY, or TX:National Passport Processing Center
Post Office Box 640155
Irving, TX 75064-0155
If you live in any other state or Canada:National Passport Processing Center
Post Office Box 90155
Philadelphia, PA 19190-0155
FOR EXPEDITED SERVICE:
Additional Fee AppliesNational Passport Processing Center
Post Office Box 90955
Philadelphia, PA 19190-0955
There is no address other than the PO Boxes listed above. The United States Postal Services provides "the only overnight delivery to mailboxes and P.O. Boxes." For more information, visit
USPS Express Mail.
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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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