Can I renew my passport by mail?

Yes, it is possible to renew a U.S. passport by mail, provided that certain eligibility criteria are met. The U.S. Passport Agency generally allows individuals to renew their passports by mail if they meet specific conditions. These include having an existing passport that is undamaged and can be submitted with the application, being issued when the applicant was age sixteen or older, being issued within the last fifteen years, being issued in the applicant's current name or having legal documentation for any name changes, and being issued in their current or previous name. If an applicant meets these requirements, they can use the appropriate renewal form, which is Form DS-82, to submit their application by mail. It is important to follow the instructions carefully on the form and also to verify the mailing address and any fees required. For more detailed information on the renewal process, it can be helpful to visit the relevant section on the current U.S. Passport Agency website.