How do I renew my lapsed passport?

A: You have to fill up the Passport Application Form and apply for “Re-issue of Passport”. Fresh police verification is initiated if the passport has expired more than three years ago. Hence, fresh police verification will be required in your case.

How long after passport expires Can I renew?

5 years
In other words, passports issued to applicants age 16 or older can be renewed by mail up to 5 years after the expiration date (as long as the passport is not significantly damaged). You can follow the instructions for renewing an expired passport by mail or enlist a registered passport courier service to help.

How long is a US passport valid after expiration?

If you were age 16 or older when your passport was issued, your passport is valid for 10 years. If you were under 16 when your passport was issued, your passport is valid for 5 years. The Issue Date of your passport can be found on the data page of your passport book or on the front of your passport card.

Can You renew an expired passport in the United States?

You can renew your current or expired U.S. passport unless your passport was: Issued before your 16th birthday. Issued 15 or more years ago. Damaged, lost, or stolen. Issued in your previous name and you do not have a legal document like a marriage license to prove your legal name change. If any of these are true, you cannot renew your passport.

How long does it take to get passport renewal in mail?

It may take up to 4 weeks from the day you apply for renewal until your application status is “In Process.”. During these 4 weeks, your application is delivered to a mail facility, your payment is processed, and your application is scanned and sent to the U.S. Department of State.

How can I find out how much it will cost to renew my passport outside the US?

Passport Fee calculator If you are outside the U.S., ask your U.S. Embassy or consulate what forms of payment they are able to accept. This applies to passport renewals or applications for new passports. Infographic: How to Get or Renew a U.S. Passport

How much does it cost to renew my passport with DS-82?

If you are renewing your passport with Form DS-82, acceptance facilities will not take your application. Acceptance facilities should never charge you a $35 fee for renewing your passport. These locations should only charge you a $35 fee if you are applying using Form DS-11. You must mail in your renewal application (Form DS-82) yourself.