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DS-82 Form: Mistakes to Watch Out For
Getting Form DS-82 right the first time matters. A small error can add weeks to your renewal. Here are the mistakes that most often cause delays or rejections, and how to avoid them. For the full renewal process, see our guide to renewing a passport. If you’re not sure DS-82 even applies to you, check…
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How to Renew a Passport (2026): DS-82 Step by Step
Eligibility and processing figures verified against travel.state.gov on September 17, 2026. Most adults renew a U.S. passport by mail using Form DS-82, no appointment and no trip to the post office required. You qualify if your most recent passport was issued when you were 16 or older, within the last 15 years, is undamaged, and…
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What Passport Forms Do You Need?
There are many different types of applications for passports. This means many different forms go with each application. We understand how difficult it is to determine what forms you need depending on your situation. That is why we have broken down what passport forms are required for each application. New Passport Forms You will apply…
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Fixing Mistakes on Your Passport Application
If you notice a mistake on your passport application before you submit it, the cleanest fix is to print a fresh DS-11 with the correction instead of crossing anything out. If the mistake is on the passport itself after it arrives, such as a misspelled name or wrong birth date, the State Department corrects it…
Tag: Passport Forms
Passport forms serve different needs, from first applications to renewals and corrections. First, learn which form may fit your case. Then gather the needed records. Check the latest form and instructions with the State Department.