Passport Forms
Summary: Form DS-82 is the official U.S. Passport Renewal Application for eligible individuals. This document provides instructions on eligibility, required attachments, fees, and mailing procedures for renewing a U.S. passport by mail.
Form DS-82 is the U.S. Passport Renewal Application for eligible individuals. To use this form, applicants must be able to submit their most recent passport, have been at least 16 years old when it was issued, and have received it within the last 15 years. The form includes detailed instructions on how to complete the application, requirements for a 2x2 inch color photograph, documentation needed for name changes, and information regarding non-refundable fees. It also outlines specific mailing addresses for routine and expedited service within the United States and Canada, and provides guidance for applicants residing abroad. The document emphasizes that false statements are punishable by law and provides a Privacy Act statement regarding the collection of personal information, including Social Security numbers.
Document outline
1. Section A: Eligibility to Use This Form 2. Section B: Steps to Renew a U.S. Passport 3. Section C: How to Complete This Form 4. Section D: Attachments to Submit (Passport, Photo, Name Change Proof, Fees) 5. Section E: How to Submit (Mailing Addresses) 6. Section F: Receiving Your Passport and Supporting Documents 7. Warning and Legal Notices 8. Privacy Act Statement 9. Paperwork Reduction Act Statement