Fill out DS-82 (U.S. Passport Renewal Application) online
Form DS-82 is used to renew a U.S. passport by mail. It offers a simpler process than Form DS-11 since you do not need to appear in person. You must meet specific eligibility criteria to use this form.
How to fill out DS-82 (U.S. Passport Renewal Application)
Enter personal information
Fill in your full legal name, date of birth, Social Security number, sex, and place of birth. If your name has changed, provide the original name and documentation.
Enter mailing and contact information
Provide the address where you want the new passport mailed, your phone number, and email address.
Enter most recent passport information
Fill in the passport book or card number, issue date, and any name changes since the previous passport was issued.
Sign and mail with required documents
Sign and date the application. Mail it with your most recent passport, one recent passport photo (2x2 inches), and the appropriate fee (check or money order payable to U.S. Department of State).
About DS-82 (U.S. Passport Renewal Application)
Who needs this form
U.S. citizens and non-citizen nationals whose most recent passport is undamaged, was issued within the last 15 years, was issued when they were age 16 or older, and is in their current legal name (or they can document the name change).
Where to submit
Mail the completed form with your most recent passport, a new passport photo, and the applicable fee to the address listed in the form instructions. You can also apply in person at a passport agency if you need expedited service.
Source and content freshness
- Reviewed: 2026-02-16
- Check the latest official form instructions for the filing year that applies to you.
- Filing deadlines may shift for weekends and holidays. Verify due dates with official instructions.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Applying by mail when ineligible (passport too old, damaged, or issued as a minor)
- Forgetting to include the most recent passport in the mailing
- Submitting a photo that does not meet requirements (wrong size, glasses, wrong background)
- Not signing the application
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How long does passport renewal take?
Routine processing takes 6-8 weeks. Expedited processing (additional fee) takes 2-3 weeks. You can also pay for 1-2 day delivery to receive it faster. If you need a passport urgently (within 2 weeks), schedule an appointment at a passport agency.
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