It is easier than ever before to renew U.S. passport that is unexpired. It is a simple procedure and can be done by mail. You will only need three items: your old passport, a manila envelope and two pictures. The application for a passport renewal is simple and easy to fill out.
Locate your current passport. Don’t be concerned about sending it off. It will be returned to you when the new passport comes back to you. As long as you don’t need the passport during the period when the document is in the mail, you will be fine. If you know you will need the new or existing passport more rapidly, you should probably arrange for expedited service.
The passport photo you submit with the application must be current. Passport photos are available in many locations nowadays and are inexpensive. The photo format is that it must be a 2-inch by 2-inch picture with a white or near white background. The photo must show you full face. You can’t wear headgear. If you must wear glasses normally, wear them for the photograph. Tinted glasses or sunglasses are not acceptable unless you have a doctor’s statement that requires tinted lenses.
You can go online to the Department of State website for the U. S. Government to get your passport application form. Download the form and print it out. You will need to complete each blank on the form in ink.
You should determine if a passport card is something you want to obtain. A passport card is helpful for travel to locations such as Canada, Mexico or the Bahamas where a formal passport book is not required. The card is an alternative that may be somewhat safer to carry. Since extra fees are involved, you must decide if the fees are worthwhile for your travel plans.
How quickly you need your passport returned will determine the amount of money that must be sent along with the passport application. Expedited service and overnight delivery service obviously cost more. You must determine whether you want to pay for a passport card. The correct amount of money will be instrumental in whether or not your application is approved and returned to you quickly.
You also must decide the best way to pay for your passport. A personal check must match the application form in name and address. Otherwise, you should get a money order. You can also make payment with a debit or credit card.
The final step to renew U.S. passport documents to send them to the passport agency. Be sure to use the right sort of envelope to protect your U.S. passports documents. Using a tracking service on the mailing helps you ensure that your documents arrive. If you are sending more than one application, you will need to use separate envelopes and mailings.
