Can a passport be renewed by mail

In the United States, you can renew your passport by mail if you meet certain eligibility criteria. Here are the general guidelines:

Eligibility:

Your current passport is undamaged and can be submitted with your application.
Your passport is eligible for renewal by mail (i.e., it's not a limited-validity passport or a passport that's been previously reported lost or stolen).
You're renewing your adult passport (not a child's passport).
You're not changing your name, adding a new name, or correcting a mistake in your name.
You're not requesting a passport card or a limited-validity passport.

How to renew by mail:

Fill out Form DS-82 (Application for a Passport by Mail) and sign it.
Gather the required documents:
- Your current passport.
- Proof of U.S. citizenship (e.g., birth certificate).
- Proof of identity (e.g., driver's license).
- A photocopy of both sides of your ID.
Pay the application fee (currently $110 for a U.S. passport book or $40 for a passport card).
Pay the execution fee (currently $35) to the acceptance facility where you'll submit your application.
Mail your application, supporting documents, and payment to the address listed on the form.

Tips and reminders:

Make sure to sign your application and all supporting documents.
Use a money order or check payable to the U.S. Department of State for the application fee.
Use a credit card or debit card to pay the execution fee at the acceptance facility.
Allow 6-8 weeks for processing and mailing of your new passport.
If you need a passport urgently, you may need to visit a regional passport agency or a private passport expediting company.

Additional resources:

Visit the U.S. Department of State's website for more information on passport renewal by mail: travel.state.gov.
Contact the National Passport Information Center at 1-877-487-2778 or [email protected] for assistance.

Remember to carefully review the eligibility criteria and instructions before submitting your application by mail.