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When renewing a passport, the applicant must submit the following:
Form DS-82 (Application for U.S. Passport by Mail) – This form is used to request the renewal of a passport book, passport card, or both. It may be completed online and printed, downloaded from the DOS website (.PDF document) and completed by hand, or obtained from a passport acceptance facility.
Proof of Name Change (if applicable) – If the applicant’s name has changed from the way it appears on his/her citizenship documents, proof of legal name change, such as a marriage certificate, divorce decree, or a court order is required.
Two Identical, Recent Photos of the Applicant – Photographs should be two inches by two inches in size, showing a full facial view of the applicant against a light background. These can be made at most photo shops by asking for passport photos.
The Applicant’s Most Recent Passport – The passport book and/or card must have been issued at age 16 or older, in his/her current name (or with proof of name change), undamaged, and issued within the past 15 years.
All Passport Application Fees – Please verify the acceptable forms of payment, as well as the applicable fees.