Renew a passport in time for a flight in two weeks
A valid passport in hand before departure — eligibility for mail renewal versus an in-person appointment determined, the correct form completed with a compliant photo, a name change documented, expedited or urgent-travel service selected, and either the regional agency appointment secured or the courier route used, with tracking through delivery.
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Who it's for
U.S. citizens aged 16 and older with an expired or soon-expiring passport who hold a confirmed international flight within two weeks, including those renewing under a changed name after marriage, divorce, or court order.
About this playbook
This guide walks through the exact steps to renew a U.S. passport when international travel is booked inside two weeks. It covers the eligibility test for mail renewal (DS-82) versus the in-person route (DS-11), the limited online renewal portal, the strict photo rules, name-change documentation, and the fee structure for each service tier. You will learn how to decide between expedited mail processing, an urgent-travel appointment at a Regional Passport Agency, or a life-or-death emergency appointment. It does not cover first-time passport applications for minors, passport card-only renewals, or replacement of a lost or stolen passport, each of which follows a different procedure. Processing times quoted here must be verified live at travel.state.gov, as they shift with demand.
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Phase 1: Determine eligibility and service tier
0/4Check your existing passport against renewal criteria, verify your destination’s entry rules, and decide which service level matches your travel deadline.
- 10 min
- 10 min
- 10 min
Phase 2: Complete the application form and obtain a passport photo
3 stepsPhase 3: Calculate fees, gather supporting documents, and prepare payment
4 stepsPhase 4: Submit the application by mail or in person
4 stepsPhase 5: Track the application and receive the passport
3 stepsDetails
What you need first
You have a current or expired U.S. passport book. Your passport was issued within the last 15 years. You were at least 16 at the time of issuance. You can locate your previous passport and a government-issued photo ID. You have access to a printer, a computer or mobile device, and a means of payment (personal check or money order).
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