Can I renew my passport by mail?

Yes, you can renew your passport by mail. To be eligible for a mail-in renewal, your previous passport must meet certain criteria. It should be undamaged, issued when you were 16 years or older, and issued within the last 15 years. Additionally, you must have used your previous passport with your current legal name, or you must provide legal documentation of your name change. If you meet these requirements, you can obtain a DS-82 form from the official U.S. Department of State website. Complete the form, enclose the necessary documents, such as a recent passport photo and your old passport, and submit the package by mail. It is important to include the correct fee and choose an appropriate shipping method with tracking for security.