Passport Expires: What to Do & How to Renew

Will your passport expire soon? To prevent travel delays, renew early. Make sure your next trip goes well by checking requirements, getting paperwork ready, and finishing your renewal today.

What to Do If Your Passport Has Expired

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How Long After Expiry Can You Renew Your Passport?

The majority of nations permit passport renewals within a specific time frame following expiration without requiring a completely new application. Depending on the laws in your nation, this time frame usually lasts anywhere from six months to five years. Renewing during this time frame typically results in a less complicated procedure and may have cheaper costs.

Expired Passport Travel Restrictions

• A passport that has expired is ineligible to go abroad. Should your passport expire, the majority of airlines and border officials will deny you access or boarding.
• Some nations demand that your passport be valid for at least six months after the length of your intended stay.
• Applying for visas or entry permits is impossible without a valid passport.
• During certain circumstances, emergency travel documents may be permitted by some nations; however, previous arrangements are necessary.

What to Do If Your U.S. Passport Has Expired

If you intend to travel soon after your passport expires, you will need to apply for either a new passport or a renewal, depending on your circumstances. For the majority of foreign locations, your passport must be valid for at least six months from the date of entry.

What Is Considered a Passport Renewal in the U.S.?

• In the US, you can only renew your passport if you fulfill all of the requirements listed below:
• Your passport is in good condition and can be included with your application.
• It was released within the last 15 years.
• You were at least 16 years old when it was issued.
• It was issued under your present name, or you can provide proof of your name change.

U.S. Passport Application Fees

Required Documents for U.S. Passport Renewal

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Prepare the following documents if you are qualified to renew your U.S. passport by mail (using Form DS-82):

The Best Way to Get Your US Passport Faster

There is an expedited service available for an extra $60 if you need your passport sooner. Two possibilities exist:

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• Form DS-82's "Expedite" box should be checked.
• Pay an extra $60.
• Priority Mail Express can expedite arrival.
• Expected processing time: two to three weeks

Expedited in Person at a Passport Agency

• Contact the National Passport Information Center (NPIC) to schedule an appointment.
• Available only for 14-day urgent foreign travel.
• Bring documentation of your trip, such as your flight schedule.

U.S. Passport Application Documents: First-Time & Renewal Requirements

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Documents Required for U.S. First-Time Passport Applicants

You must apply in person using Form DS-11 if you have never held a U.S. passport or if you don't fit the requirements for renewal. Here is what you must get ready for:

Required Documents for a U.S. Passport Renewal

The following is required if you are eligible to renew by mail using Form DS-82:

Who Needs to Renew a U.S. Passport?

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You may need to renew your passport if any of the following apply:

U.S. Passport Renewal Fees

Tips for Applying When Your U.S. Passport Expires

Here are some useful hints to speed up and simplify the application process if your passport has expired or is about to expire.

When Should You Renew?

Smart Application Tips