Renew your U.S. passport - fast, simple, fully online

Expired or expiring? Apply in minutes. We review your renewal for errors and keep you posted with real-time tracking - so you're ready to travel.

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Renew expired US passport

You've already planned your trip, but your passport is expired? Don't worry, our experts are ready to assist you.

Who is eligible

Naturally born or naturalized United States citizens who already have an undamaged United States passport;
and who were sixteen years old or older at issuance,
and whose passport is less than fifteen years old,
and who have not had a name change,
or who have proof of a name change.

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Documents required to apply for

Gathering the necessary documents to Renew Your Passport

  • Place order for Passport Renewal
    Expediting appointments are very limited. We are processing applications based on when we receive the documents and the dates of travel. To ensure your passport is ready on time, please place the order and forward your documents to us as soon as possible.

    If you are traveling within next two weeks you should select a 5-7 business days processing option and contact our office to reserve your spot to expedite your passport renewal.
  • U.S. passport renewal application DS-82 online
    Click on "Submit" under "Complete Form Online" 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 in the top left will not be accepted.
  • Letter of Authorization
    Please download, print and sign 2 copies of the Letter of Authorization.
  • Two (2) passport photos
    Photos must be identical, taken within the past 6 months, 2x2 inches, and not from a vending machine.
    Starting November 1, 2016, eye glasses will no longer be allowed in passport photos.

    More on passport photo requirements.
  • 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.
    NOTE: Your previous passport will be returned to you with your new passport.
  • Travel itinerary (required only for 4-7 business days processing)
    • Copy of a plane ticket to a foreign country, or
    • Copy of a travel itinerary with the applicant's name showing dates and flight information, or if neither is available and traveling for business
    • A letter from the employer.

    For 4-7 and 8-10 business day passport service travel dates must be within 14 days.
  • Passport card
    Passport card must be surrendered along with the old passport book even if you are not renewing your card.
  • Government Fees
    U.S. Department of State fee of $212.05 can be added to your order or please send a Certified Check or Money Order payable to the "U.S. Department of State" for $212.05

Mail your documents to

VisaHQ / U.S. Passport Services
1701 Rhode Island Ave NW
Washington, DC 20036

Make sure that the following documents are included:

  • Signed and dated Application Form for passport renewal (DS-82)
  • Expired Passport
  • Two (2) Passport Photos
  • Letter of Authorization (2 signed copies)
  • Travel itinerary (required only for 4-7 business days processing)
  • Certified Check or Money Order for $212.05 payable to the U.S. Department of State

Please use delivery services that offer a tracking number such as FedEx, UPS, or USPS Express.

Simple 3-step process

How it works — from online application to a new passport in hand

Skip the government phone trees and the line at the Passport Agency. We handle the paperwork and keep you informed every step of the way.

1

Apply online

Secure online application saves time and checks for errors

2

Mail documents

No need to stand in line at the consulate, we will do it for you

3

Receive a passport

Real time status updates will keep you informed

Our office

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Washington, DC

VisaHQ headquarters · United States

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