United StatesGuideNo. DS-11
DS-11 — Application for a U.S. Passport
For a first passport, a child's passport, or when you can't renew by mail.
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DS-82 — U.S. Passport Renewal Application
To renew an adult passport by mail, if you meet the conditions.
The form is downloaded and submitted on the authority's website.
What this form is for
Renew your passport without an appointment if you have the old one, it's undamaged and was issued when you were an adult within the last fifteen years.
Documents to have ready
- Your current passport
- A recent passport photo
- The fee
Where to send it
Mail the application; online renewal is also available to some applicants.
Our tips
- Always download the latest version from the official site: federal forms are updated regularly.
- Read the official instructions that come with the form before you start.
- Keep a copy of everything you send, with the date you sent it.
The information on this page is general. If in doubt, the official source prevails.