Renewing Your Passport By Mail

To renew a passport by mail, you must complete Form DS-82, the "Application for Passport by Mail" .

You are eligible to use this form only if you meet all of the following criteria:

1. Your most recent passport was issued with full validity within the past 15 years
2. You can submit your most recent passport with your application
3. You were age 16 or above when your most recent passport was issued

• Notes on Completing Form DS-82

  Each individual, regardless of age, must travel on his/her own passport. Children cannot be included on a parent's passport. Type or print in block letters in black ink only. The Consular Officer may request an interview with the applicant in person if deemed necessary. The applicant must complete all sections of the application form in Block letters and black ink.

• Oath and signature

  Please read the conditions in the "Oath and Signature" paragraph before signing your application. If you have performed any of the acts outlined in this paragraph, cross out only the portion(s) of the applicable act(s) and submit a signed statement explaining the act(s).

• Documents to be submitted with your application

  All documents submitted with your application must NOT be laminated, must be either in their originals, or copies certified by the issuing authorities bearing the official's seal and signature. Photocopies certified by a Clerk of Court, Justice of the Peace, solicitors or Notary Public are not acceptable. A written official translation is required for any documents issued in languages other than English.

  1. Proof of U.S. citizenship

     Most recent passport issued with full validity in your own name.

  2. Proof of identity

     Current identifying documents bearing your current name, signature and physical description or photograph. Examples: previous passport (provided you are recognizable in the photo), foreign passport, driver's license, etc.

  3. Photographs

     See Requirements for U.S. Passport Photos and click here for list of photographers.

  4. Evidence of change of name

     If you have changed your name since your last passport through marriage, court order, Deed Poll or Change of Name Certificate issued by the Registry of Births, Death and Marriages, submit the original or a copy certified by the issuing authority of the relevant documents. Statutory Declarations signed by Justices of the Peace are not acceptable.

  5. Social Security Number

     Applicants must provide their social security number. If you do not have one, or do not remember the number, enter zeroes in the boxes.

  6. Collection of your passport and documents

     If you wish to have your passport returned by mail, submit a pre-paid self-addressed envelope (Registered Post or Express Post Platinum is recommended). Otherwise, you must collect your passport in person at the Consulate General you submitted your application.

  7. Where to Submit Your Application

     Mail your completed application and supporting documents to the Consulate General serving your state.

Note :

• Submit All pages of the applications. Your application will not be accepted unless all pages are submitted.
• Print forms on A4 size plain white photocopy or laser printer paper only.
• The forms must be printed in black on white paper, Not in colour print or on coloured papers.
• Forms printed with dotted or broken lines, or blackout portions will not be accepted.
• Do Not shrink the size of the forms for printing.

Application for Passport by Mail Form DS-82