Apart from applying for a fresh passport, one can also apply for renewal of passport in the USA.
USA passport renewal application can be made through mail only if:
- His/her most recent passport is not damaged
- He/she has received the passport within the past 15 years
- He/she was over 16 years of age when it was issued
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In case the applicant's previous passport has been altered or damaged, then he/she has to apply for a passport renewal in person only.
Documents required for USA passport Renewal:
- Application through Form DS-82
- Recent photograph
- A fee of $ 67 payable to the US Department of State
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- In case the applicant's name has changed, he/she has to attach a certified copy of the legal document specifying his/her name change (e.g. marriage certificate, divorce decree, adoption decree, or court order). Photocopies are not accepted
- Request of expedited service if the passport is required urgently
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The application has to be sent to:
National Passport Center
P.O. Box 371971
Pittsburgh, PA 15250-7971
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In case the applicant uses an overnight delivery service, then he/she has to send it to:
Passport Services - Lockbox
Attn: Passport Supervisor 371971
500 Ross Street, Rm. 154-0670
Pittsburgh, PA 15250-9971
For more information on USA Passport Renewal, please refer to www.mapsofworld.com .
