Should i mail my passport renewal certified mail
Yes, it's highly recommended to mail your passport renewal application by certified mail with return receipt requested. This provides proof of delivery and helps ensure that your application is received by the U.S. Department of State.
Here's why certified mail is a good idea:
- Proof of delivery: Certified mail provides a record of when your application was delivered to the post office, which can help resolve any issues if your application is lost or delayed.
- Return receipt: With return receipt requested, you'll receive a signed receipt from the recipient (in this case, the U.S. Department of State) confirming that they received your application.
- Tracking: Certified mail is trackable, so you can monitor the status of your application as it's being processed.
- Security: Certified mail is more secure than regular mail, as it requires a signature upon delivery and is less likely to be lost or stolen.
To mail your passport renewal application by certified mail, follow these steps:
- Go to your local post office and ask for certified mail with return receipt requested.
- Fill out the certified mail form (PS Form 3800) and attach it to your passport renewal application.
- Pay the certified mail fee (currently $3.45 for a first-class letter).
- Mail your application to the address listed on the U.S. Department of State's website: National Passport Processing Center, Post Office Box 90112, Philadelphia, PA 19190-112.
Remember to keep a copy of your certified mail receipt and the return receipt for your records.