The process involving rush pasport renewal can be done by mail for the most part and for other times, it must be done in person. In order to know which way is the right one for the situation, the information below includes both processes. Regardless of how it is done, the most important thing to have proper documentation at all times.

How To Apply

A person can apply for a renewed passport via mail if and only if they fall into all of the categories below. First, a previous passport that is not damaged in any way is required and secondly, the person has to have been issued the first passport after the age of 16. Third, the passport has to have been issued within the last 15 years and last but not least, the passport must be in the legal name of the person. If not, documentation showing the name change is required. I feel that online passports is the way to go.

DS-82 Form

As a side note, if the person is a previous passport holder and they are eligible to fill out form DS-82, they can submit the application by mail, even if it is their first US passport. Continuing on that note, people with an expired card have the choice to fill out the DS-82 form. Once completed, the form and the undamaged passport should be mailed using a traceable mailing solution.

US Citizens In Canada

In order to safely mail these items, it is a good idea to use a manila envelope to transport the documentation so it will not be folded. Also, US residents living in Canada can submit their applications by mail as well and send them to the address on the form. Security is the most important ingredient to have when performing a task such as this by mail.

US Citizens Abroad

When an individual resides outside of Canada or the US, they will need to visit the local US embassy to apply for passport documentation. Individuals who are behind on their child support payments may be delayed receiving or ultimately denied a passport. When an individual owes over 2500 dollars in child support, they will automatically be denied and required to pay the debt off before becoming eligible again.

DS-11 Form

Applying in person requires the individual to fill out a DS-11 form and not sign it until they have their meeting with the acceptance agent. During the meeting, the agent will announce when it is time to sign the documentation. In addition to the form, a social security number is required and individuals who cannot supply one or refuse to supply one will be denied a passport.

Required Documents

Proof of US citizenship in the form of a birth certificate or documentation from the department of immigration is also required. All of the documentation proving citizenship is returned to the person along with their new passport card. The renewed passport and all supporting documentation is mailed to the individual when it is complete.