Gathering the necessary documents to Renew Your Passport

A

U.S. Passport Renewal Order Form

Complete our order form indicating turnaround time for U.S. passport renewal.

B

U.S. passport renewal application: DS-82 online

Click on "Continue" under "Apply for a Passport Book" column, complete all required fields and print out the application. Be sure to sign and date your application. The DS-82 form must be completed online, applications without a barcode will be delayed.

C

Letter of Authorization 

Download, print out, sign and date this letter of authorization.

D

Two (2) passport photos

Photos must be identical, taken within the past 6 months, 2x2 inches, and not from a vending machine.

More on passport photo requirements.

E

Old (most recent) undamaged passport

Make sure that your old passport:
- Was issued within the last 15 years.
- You were at least 16 years of age at the time.
- You have not legally changed your name since the issue date.
If you cannot comply with at least one of the above or your old passport is damaged you have to apply for a new passport.
NOTE: Your previous passport will be returned to you with your new passport.

F

Travel itinerary

- Copy of a plane ticket to a foreign country, or
- Copy of a travel itinerary with the applicant's name showing dates and flight info, or if neither is available and traveling for business
- A letter from the employer.

For 1-2 business day passport service, travel dates must be within 14 days when a visa is required to the country of destination; otherwise, dates must be within 5 days.

G

Government Fees

Certified Check or Money Order payable to the "U.S. Department of State" for $170.00