DS-82 Passport Renewal Form: Complete Guide 2025

Routine processing takes 6-8 weeks from when the State Department receives your application. Expedited service (for an additional $60 fee) takes 2-3 weeks. With a professional expediting service like Passports and Visas, you can get your renewed passport in as little as 3 business days or even same-day for emergencies. These timelines don’t include mailing time, so factor in an additional 5-7 business days for standard mail delivery.

Yes! You can use DS-82 to renew an expired passport as long as it hasn’t been expired for more than 15 years (meaning it was issued within the last 15 years) and you meet all other eligibility requirements. There’s no penalty for renewing an expired passport. Adult passports are valid for 10 years, and you have an additional 5 years after expiration to renew by mail using DS-82.

For routine service, mail to:
National Passport Processing Center
P.O. Box 90155
Philadelphia, PA 19190-0155

For expedited service, mail to:
National Passport Processing Center
Post Office Box 12825
Philadelphia, PA 19108-2825

Use a large envelope with sufficient postage. We strongly recommend using USPS Certified Mail with tracking to ensure your application is received safely. Keep your tracking number to monitor delivery.

Yes, you MUST submit your most recent U.S. passport with your DS-82 application. This is a mandatory requirement. Your old passport will be clearly marked as cancelled and returned to you along with your new passport. Make a photocopy of your old passport before mailing it in case you need the information while your renewal is being processed. If you need to travel while waiting for your renewal, do NOT submit your current passport – instead, expedite a new one before your trip.

You can still use DS-82 if your name has changed, but you must submit documentation proving the legal name change. Acceptable documents include: an original or certified copy of your marriage certificate, divorce decree showing name change, or court order for legal name change. The document will be returned to you with your new passport. Your new passport will be issued in your current legal name. If you’ve had multiple name changes since your last passport, you must provide documentation for each change in order.

Yes! You can check your application status online at the State Department’s official passport status website. You’ll need your last name, date of birth, and the last 4 digits of your Social Security Number. Applications typically appear in the system 7-10 business days after the State Department receives them. You’ll receive email updates if you provided your email address on the DS-82 form. The status will show “In Process,” “Approved,” or “Mailed” along with the date your passport was shipped.

DS-82 is for eligible passport renewals by mail with no appointment needed, no execution fee, and no in-person requirement. DS-11 is for first-time applicants, anyone under 16, or anyone with a lost, stolen, or significantly damaged passport. DS-11 requires an in-person appointment at a passport acceptance facility and includes a $35 execution fee on top of the passport fee. If you’re eligible for DS-82, it’s more convenient and $35 cheaper than DS-11.

The passport book renewal fee is $130 for routine service (6-8 weeks). Add $60 for expedited service (2-3 weeks) for a total of $190. A passport card costs $30 ($90 expedited), or you can get both the book and card together for $160 ($220 expedited). These are government fees only. If you use a professional expediting service, there are additional service fees but you can get your passport in as little as 3 business days. All DS-82 renewals save you the $35 execution fee required for DS-11 applications.

You need ONE recent color passport photo (taken within the last 6 months) that’s 2×2 inches in size. The photo must have a plain white or off-white background, show your full face directly facing the camera with a neutral expression and both eyes open. No glasses, hats (unless religious), or uniforms are allowed. The photo must be printed on matte or glossy photo-quality paper. Digital photos and selfies are not acceptable. You can get compliant passport photos taken at CVS, Walgreens, Costco, AAA, or your local UPS Store for $15-$20.

No, you cannot use DS-82 if your most recent passport was issued when you were under 16 years old. All child passports (issued to anyone under 16) require in-person renewal using Form DS-11, regardless of your current age. This is because minor passports are only valid for 5 years and have different security requirements. You must apply in person at a passport acceptance facility with both parents or legal guardians present (or with notarized consent from the absent parent).

If you make a mistake on your DS-82 form, do NOT use white-out or cross out information. Instead, print a new form and complete it correctly. If the State Department receives an application with errors, they may: contact you for clarification (causing delays), return your application unprocessed, or in some cases process it with the incorrect information. Common errors include: incorrect Social Security Number, wrong date of birth, missing signature, or incorrect fees. Always double-check your completed form before mailing. If your application is returned due to errors, you can resubmit it at no additional cost.

No, you cannot use DS-82 for a lost or stolen passport. You must apply in person using Form DS-11 and also complete Form DS-64 (Statement Regarding a Lost or Stolen U.S. Passport). This is a security measure to prevent passport fraud. Even if your passport was lost or stolen many years ago, you still cannot use DS-82. You’ll need to make an appointment at a passport acceptance facility or regional passport agency. There is no additional fee for replacing a lost or stolen passport beyond the standard passport fees, but you will pay the $35 execution fee since you must use DS-11.