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How to Renew a Passport After 15 Years
Has it been 15 years or more since your passport was issued? You can’t renew it by mail. Once a passport is more than 15 years old, Form DS-82 no longer applies, and you’ll apply as if for the first time using Form DS-11. The process is still straightforward. For the general renewal process, see…
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Expired Passport at the Airport? What to Do Next
Travel and ID rules checked against travel.state.gov, tsa.gov and cbp.gov on September 25, 2026. No, you can’t fly internationally with an expired passport. Airlines check your passport before you board, and an expired one isn’t a valid travel document, so you’ll be stopped at check-in or the gate. For a domestic flight, don’t count on…
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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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How Much Is a U.S. Passport? 2026 Fees and Costs
Fees verified against travel.state.gov on August 31, 2026. A first-time adult passport book costs $165. That is a $130 application fee paid to the U.S. Department of State, plus a $35 acceptance fee paid to the facility that takes your application. A renewal by mail costs $130 and has no acceptance fee. A child’s passport…
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US Passport Renewal in Los Angeles
by US Army Africa If you live in Los Angeles and you’re applying for a US passport renewal, you have several different options when it comes to submitting your application. The method you choose will likely depend on two factors: how much you’re willing to spend and how fast you need your documents. Here’s rundown…
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Passport renewal articles cover forms, photos, fees, and proof you may need. First, check whether you may renew. Then build a clear checklist. Confirm current rules and wait times with the State Department before you apply.