How to mail expedited passport renewal

To mail an expedited passport renewal, you'll need to follow these steps:

Step 1: Gather Required Documents

• Your current passport (which must be valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure date)
• A completed Form DS-82 (Application for a Passport by Mail) (you can download and print the form from the U.S. Department of State's website or fill it out online and print it)
• 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, plus an execution fee of $35.50)

Step 2: Fill Out the Application

• Fill out the Form DS-82 online and print it, or print a blank form and fill it out by hand
• Make sure to sign the form and include all required information

Step 3: Attach the Required Documents

• Attach the completed Form DS-82 to the envelope
• Attach the supporting documents (proof of citizenship, proof of identity, and photocopy of ID) to the envelope
• Attach the check or money order for the application fee to the envelope

Step 4: Mail the Application

• Mail the application and supporting documents to the address listed on the Form DS-82:
  • For expedited service, mail the application to:
    • National Passport Processing Center
    • 44132 Merchants Freeway
    • Suite 600
    • New Orleans, LA 70127-0002
  • For regular service, mail the application to:
    • National Passport Processing Center
    • 8771 Leesburg Pike
    • Suite 100
    • Falls Church, VA 22031-4133

Step 5: Pay the Expedited Fee

• To expedite your passport renewal, you'll need to pay an additional fee of $60. This fee is in addition to the regular application fee.
• You can pay the expedited fee by check or money order, and include it with your application.

Step 6: Track Your Application

• Once you've mailed your application, you can track its status online or by contacting the National Passport Information Center.

Expedited Processing Times

• Expedited service typically takes 2-3 weeks, but can take up to 6 weeks during peak travel seasons.
• If you need a passport urgently, you can also visit a regional passport agency in person.

Remember to allow plenty of time for processing and to check the U.S. Department of State's website for any updates on passport processing times.