Renew Passport Card [CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE]

• Important:
  • Print two (2) copies of the (completed) application. We will need both for processing
  • Date the application as the day we'll receive it. Ex. sending overnight on Jan 1, date it Jan 2
  • The application must be completed online - handwritten applications are not accepted. 
  • Sign with black pen only. Electronic signature is not accepted.

• Need help with the DS-82 Application?
  • Download our DS-82 Passport Card Renewal Application Instructions
  • Common Passport Application Issues

Please print and complete two (2) copies of the Letter of Authorization

Important:

• All signature areas must be signed with black/blue pen. Electronic signatures will not be accepted.
• The letter must be printed on 8 1/2 x 11 size paper. No other size paper is accepted. 
• Passport applications for Minors, must enter child's name as applicant's name.

 
Submit one (1) recent passport photograph taken within the last 6 months.
Eyeglasses cannot be worn in your passport photo.
Please review the Passport Photo Style Regulations for additional information.

Your passport must meet these criteria. If not you will need to apply for a New Passport: 

• Was issued within the last 15 years. 
• You were at least 16 years of age at the time.
• Is undamaged. 
• Was issued in your current name or you can legally document your name change.

1. Your previous passport will be returned to you with your new passport.
2. Passport card holders: if you are renewing your Passport Book and Passport Card, you must submit both documents to be renewed. If you have lost or misplaced your Passport Card, you must also complete and sign the Statement Regarding a Lost of Stolen Passport Card.

Why do I need an itinerary?

Provide a copy of one of the following. (Applicant's name must appear on documentation):
 

• Copy of a plane ticket to a foreign country or;
• Copy of travel itinerary indicating dates of international travel or;
• Business travelers may submit a Sample Business Letter

Check or money order payable to "US Department of State" for $90.00 (add birth date on memo line). 

Please note: Starter checks (checks without a pre-printed address) and 3rd party checks are NOT accepted and will cause delays if used.
 

If your name has been legally changed due to marriage or court order you must submit:

• An original or certified copy of the marriage certificate (marriage license not accepted) or;
• The original or certified copy of the government-issued document (ordering the name change or an adoption) indicating your legal name change under federal or state law.

If your passport has not yet expired and is out of visa pages you may renew it. If your passport will expire in more than a year from the time you plan to apply for a renewal you will need to provide a statement indicating why you wish to renew at this time. For example- you will be relocating overseas for an extended period.

Please print and complete two (2) copies of the Early Passport Renewal Form