To renew a passport, the process depends on your country of citizenship, but generally involves the following steps:
For U.S. Passport Renewal
Eligibility to Renew by Mail or Online:
- Your most recent passport was issued when you were 16 or older.
- It was issued within the last 15 years.
- It is undamaged and in your possession.
- If renewing online, your passport must be valid for 10 years and expiring within one year or expired less than five years ago
Steps to Renew:
- Fill out Form DS-82 (can be done online or by hand).
- Provide a recent 2"x2" color passport photo.
- Include your most recent passport.
- Pay the passport renewal fee.
- Mail your application to the designated address or renew online through the official portal.
- You will receive your new passport by mail; your old passport will be returned separately
Additional Notes:
- Children under 16 cannot renew by mail and must apply in person using Form DS-11.
- If you have a name change, include legal documentation.
- Processing can take up to three months, so renew well before travel
For Dutch Passport Renewal (Including Abroad)
- You must apply for a new passport; renewal is essentially a new application.
- Gather required documents using a personalized checklist after completing an online questionnaire.
- Applications must be made in person at the local authority or embassy/consulate if abroad.
- A recent passport photo and payment are required.
- The new passport is typically ready within about six working days after application
For UK Passport Renewal
- Can be done online or by paper application.
- Online renewal requires a digital photo, credit/debit card, and your current passport.
- Paper applications require two identical printed photos and payment by card or cheque.
- Send your old passport with the application; it will be returned.
- Costs and procedures vary; check official guidance
In summary, renewing a passport usually involves submitting a renewal application form, a recent photo, your current passport, and the appropriate fee, either by mail, online, or in person depending on your country's rules. Processing times vary, so plan ahead before travel.