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US passport renewal: documents checklist

The usual items for renewing an adult US passport by mail.

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Your most recent passport, undamaged
Completed form DS-82
One recent colour photograph, 2 × 2 inches, with a plain white background
Fee payment in the accepted form
Name change document, if your name has changed since the passport was issued
Return mailing address and a way to track the application

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Make a US passport photo Official site: US Department of State

Tips and common mistakes

Check how you can renew

Many adults can renew by mail or online if they meet the conditions, such as having a recent, undamaged passport. Check the State Department's instructions to see if you qualify before you start.

Common mistakes

A photo that does not meet the rules, forgetting to send the old passport when required, and applying too close to your trip. Allow plenty of processing time.

This is a general guide, not an official list. Rules and accepted documents change and differ by office, so always confirm with the official website before you go. Last updated November 2026.

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