How should i mail passport renewal

To mail your passport renewal application, follow these steps:

Step 1: Prepare Your Documents

• Make sure you have all the required documents, including:
  • Your completed Form DS-82 (Application for a Passport by Mail)
  • Your current passport
  • Proof of U.S. citizenship (birth certificate or naturalization certificate)
  • Proof of identity (driver's license, government-issued ID, or current passport)
  • A photocopy of both sides of your ID
• Ensure all documents are signed and dated as instructed.

Step 2: Assemble Your Application Package

• Place all the documents in a single envelope.
• Make sure the envelope is large enough to hold all the documents and is securely closed.

Step 3: Address the Envelope

• Use the following address:
  • U.S. Department of State
  • Passport Agency
  • 44132 Merchants Lane
  • Suite 600
  • Lebanon, PA 17042-0808
• Make sure to use the correct address for your specific situation:
  • If you're renewing a passport book, use the above address.
  • If you're renewing a passport card, use the following address:
    • U.S. Department of State
    • Passport Agency
    • 1421 N. Lois Ave.
    • Tampa, FL 33607-0026

Step 4: Pay the Fees

• Include a check or money order payable to the U.S. Department of State for the application fee (currently $110 for a passport book or $30 for a passport card) and the execution fee (currently $35).
• You can also pay with a credit card by using the online payment system.

Step 5: Mail Your Application

• Use a trackable delivery method, such as USPS Priority Mail or UPS, to ensure your application is delivered to the correct address.
• Keep a copy of your application and supporting documents for your records.

Tips and Reminders

• Make sure to sign your application and all supporting documents.
• Use a secure envelope or package to prevent loss or tampering.
• Do not staple or paperclip your documents together.
• If you're renewing a passport book, you can expedite the process for an additional fee (currently $60).
• Processing times can vary, so plan accordingly and allow at least 6-8 weeks for routine processing.

By following these steps, you'll be able to successfully mail your passport renewal application.