All applicants must be present to apply for a U.S. passport. Passports for applicants 16 and older are valid for 10 years. Applicants age 16 and 17 will need one parent to accompany them.
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How To Renew
By Mail
You may be eligible to renew your U.S. passport by mail through a U.S. post office. To renew by mail, you must meet the following requirements.
Your Most Recent U.S. Passport:
- Is undamaged and can be submitted with your application
- Was issued when you were age 16 or older
- Was issued within the last 15 years
- Was issued in your current name or you can legally document your name change
If any of the above statements do not apply to you, then you must apply in person. See the requirements and book an appointment.
Please follow the passport renewal instructions on the Department of State’s website.
Passport Renewal Fees
| Passport Processing Fee (charged on all passport applications) | $35 |
| Passport Renewal, applicant age 16 and over | $130 |
| Passport Renewal, applicant under age 16 | $100 |
| Expedited Passport Fee | $60 |
| Returned Check Fee | $30 |
Processing Times
The following are the processing times as of 12/18/2023:
- Routine Processing is 6 to 8 weeks.
- Expedite Processing (for an additional $60) is 2 to 3 weeks.
Check your application status online
You may not be able to get a status update for 2 weeks after you apply or renew. During these weeks, your application and supporting documents are safely on their way to the U.S. Department of State for processing.
Emergency or Urgent Travel? Please visit the U.S. Department of State’s website regarding emergency passports. You must call 1-877-487-2778 to schedule an appointment.
