Renew a Passport by Mail — Instructions DS‑82

Step‑by‑step instructions for renewing your U.S. passport by mail with Form DS‑82: eligibility, documents to include, mailing addresses, and fees.

Last Updated: February 19, 2026

Are you eligible to use Form DS‑82?

You can renew by mail using DS‑82 if all of the following are true:

•You can submit your most recent U.S. passport book and/or card with this application (undamaged, not reported lost or stolen).
•Your most recent passport was issued when you were age 16 or older.
•Your most recent passport was issued less than 15 years ago.
•Your passport has not been damaged, mutilated, or reported lost or stolen.
•Your passport was not limited in validity due to damage, multiple losses, or non‑compliance with 22 C.F.R. 51.41.
•Your name is the same as on your most recent passport — or it has changed by marriage or court order and you can submit certified documentation.

If any of the above is not true, you cannot use DS‑82. You must apply in person using Form DS‑11 instead.

Step 1 — Complete your DS‑82 form

Our system walks you through every question on the DS‑82, validates your answers, and generates a printable, compliant PDF — no handwriting errors or delays.

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Step 2 — Download and print your form

After completing the form, we will review your information and generate the official DS‑82 PDF for you to download.

•Download the completed DS‑82 PDF that our system generates for you.
•To correctly open and view your form, you will need to use Adobe Acrobat Reader (free download).
•Print pages 1 and 2 on separate, single‑sided sheets of plain white paper.
•Sign and date your DS‑82 form in black ink before mailing.

Unlike DS‑11, you must sign and date your DS‑82 before mailing it. There is no in‑person oath required.

Step 3 — Gather your supporting documents

Assemble the following items to include in your mailing envelope alongside your printed DS‑82.

One recent passport photo

•Attach one (1) recent color photograph taken within the last 6 months.
•Photo must be 2″ × 2″, printed on photo paper, with a white or off‑white background and a neutral expression. Glasses must be removed.
•Staple the photo to page 1 of the form with four staples in the corners of the photo box — do not cover the face.
•See our passport photo requirements guide for the full specifications.

Your most recent passport

•You must include your most recent U.S. passport book and/or card in the envelope.
•It must be undamaged and issued less than 15 years ago.
•Your old passport will be returned to you, usually in a separate mailing from your new passport.

Name change documentation (if applicable)

•If your name has changed since your last passport was issued, submit a certified copy of your marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order.
•Photocopies are not accepted. You must send the original or a certified copy. All original documents will be returned to you by mail.
•If you cannot document the name change this way, you must apply using Form DS‑11 instead.

Passport fees

There is no execution fee for DS‑82 renewals. Pay the application fee by check or money order payable to "U.S. Department of State."

Product	Application fee	Execution fee	Total (routine)
Passport Book	$130	—	$130
Passport Card	$30	—	$30
Book & Card	$160	—	$160

See our passport fee guide for a full breakdown including expedited service and 1–2 day delivery.

Optional add‑ons

•Expedited service ($60): faster processing. Write "EXPEDITE" on the outside of your mailing envelope. Available for applications mailed within the U.S. and Canada only.
•1–2 day return delivery ($22.05): for passport book only, to U.S. addresses. Include the fee with your payment.

Step 4 — Mail your application

Mail your completed DS‑82, photo, previous passport, fees, and any name change documents to the address that matches your state of residence.

Where you live	Mail to
CA, FL, IL, MN, NY, or TX	National Passport Processing Center PO Box 640155 Irving, TX 75064‑0155
Any other state or Canada	National Passport Processing Center PO Box 90155 Philadelphia, PA 19190‑0155
Expedited service (any state or Canada)	National Passport Processing Center PO Box 90955 Philadelphia, PA 19190‑0955

Applicants outside the U.S. and Canada: you cannot mail to the addresses above. Visit travel.state.gov to find your nearest U.S. embassy or consulate for renewal procedures.

Mailing tips

•Use a trackable delivery service (e.g., USPS Priority Mail) when mailing your application.
•Do not fold your form or photo. Use a large envelope (Tyvek or similar) to keep documents flat.
•Do not send cash. Pay the application fee by personal check or money order payable to "U.S. Department of State."
•Write the applicant's full name and date of birth on the check or money order.

After you apply

Track your application status online at passportstatus.state.gov. Your new passport and your old (cancelled) passport will typically arrive in separate mailings. Original supporting documents (marriage certificates, court orders) will also be returned.

Frequently asked questions

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Requirements and processes can change. This guide reflects information as of February 19, 2026. Always follow the latest instructions on travel.state.gov and your acceptance facility.

Disclaimer: Passport Rush LLC operates PassportVisaRush.com, a private document preparation service that assists clients with completing and organizing passport and visa application forms before submission to official U.S. Passport Agencies.

We are not a government entity and are not affiliated with any U.S. Department of State office or federal agency. We do not offer legal advice. Individuals requiring legal assistance should consult a licensed attorney.

Our online preparation system and customer support are optional paid services designed to simplify and expedite the document preparation process for U.S. citizens. All required forms are also available for free directly through the official U.S. Department of State website at travel.state.gov, but without the guided preparation, document review, and submission support provided by PassportVisaRush.com.