How to mail back passport renewal

To mail back your passport renewal application, follow these steps:

  1. Use the correct mailing address: Make sure to use the correct mailing address for your passport renewal application. You can find the address on the U.S. Department of State's website or on the renewal application form.
  2. Use a trackable shipping method: Use a trackable shipping method, such as USPS Priority Mail or FedEx, to ensure that your application is delivered to the correct address. Keep the tracking number for your records.
  3. Use the correct envelope: Use a large, flat envelope that is at least 6 inches by 11 inches in size. This will help prevent your application from being damaged during transit.
  4. Include all required documents: Make sure to include all required documents, including:
    • Your completed Form DS-82 (Application for a U.S. Passport by Mail)
    • Your current passport
    • Proof of U.S. citizenship (such as a birth certificate or naturalization certificate)
    • Proof of identity (such as a driver's license or government-issued ID)
    • A photocopy of both sides of your ID
    • A check or money order for the application fee (currently $110 for a U.S. passport book or $40 for a U.S. passport card)
  5. Sign and date the application: Make sure to sign and date the application form in the presence of a witness.
  6. Seal the envelope: Seal the envelope securely to prevent your application from being damaged during transit.
  7. Mail the application: Mail the application to the correct address using the trackable shipping method you chose.

Mailing Address:

U.S. Department of State Passport Agency Post Office Box 90104 Philadelphia, PA 19190-104

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