Can you mail family passport renewals together

In the United States, the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Consular Affairs (CA) is responsible for processing passport applications, including renewals. According to the U.S. Department of State's website, you can renew multiple passports at once, but there are some limitations and requirements to keep in mind:

  1. Family members: You can renew multiple passports for family members at the same time, as long as they are all renewing their passports and not applying for a new passport book or passport card.
  2. Same address: All family members must have the same mailing address to renew their passports together.
  3. Same application type: All family members must be renewing their passports using the same application type (e.g., adult passport book, child passport book, or passport card).
  4. Same expiration date: The passports being renewed must have the same expiration date or be expired within a certain timeframe (typically 15 months or less).
  5. Additional fees: There may be additional fees for expedited processing or overnight delivery, which can be paid separately for each application.

To renew multiple passports together, you'll need to:

  1. Gather all necessary documents, including:
    • Completed Form DS-82 (Application for a Passport by Mail) for each family member.
    • Photocopies of both sides of each family member's identification (e.g., driver's license, government-issued ID).
    • Proof of U.S. citizenship (e.g., birth certificate, naturalization certificate).
    • Proof of identity (e.g., driver's license, government-issued ID).
  2. Mail all applications and supporting documents together in one envelope to the address listed on the Form DS-82.
  3. Make sure to include a check or money order for the applicable fees for each family member.

Keep in mind that the U.S. Department of State may require additional documentation or information to process the applications, so it's essential to follow the instructions carefully and ensure all required documents are included.

If you're unsure about the process or have specific questions, you can contact the National Passport Information Center (NPIC) at 1-877-487-2778 (1-877-4USA-PPT) or visit their website at travel.state.gov.