Urgent Service Instructions - Renewal of Passport

The Department of State requires that you fill out the government application online for expedited service.
Passport cards are currently not being issued. Selecting that you would like a passport card on your application maybe cause for your application to be rejected.

Download and fill out the DS-82 Passport Renewal form now- (Do not use pen with red ink.)

No alterations can be made to the original signature and date on the government application. Example: White out, scratch marks, or scribbeling ect. Any changes made to the original signature or date will result in the need for an additional completed application.
State Department regulations state that the application (DS-82) has to be submitted within 5 days of when it is dated. Please date your application for the day American Passport Express would receive the materials. Please call 1-800-455-5166 with any questions.

Please contact American Passport Express at 1-800-455-5166 and ask the representative to set up an Urgent Reservation

Once your reservation has been set up, you will be directed to print two copies of one of the letter of authorization (L1, L2, L4, L6, or L7) listed below. The letter of Authorization gives us permission to process your passport application

The two copies of the letter of authorization must:

• Have original signatures by the passport applicant
• Both be signed using a blue ink pen if possible
• Not be photocopies or faxes

Photos must meet the government specifications see photo requirements here or on the backside of your DS-82 form. We strongly recommend not sending digital photos. Where can I get my photos?

(Please do not staple the photos to the DS-82 form.)

If the name you are currently using differs from the name on your previous passport you must submit a marriage certificate, divorce decree or court order showing the change of name. The name change document must bear the official seal of the issuing authority. Uncertified copies or notarized documents can not be accepted. All documents will be returned to you with your passport.

• Two copies of your plane ticket showing departure date or
• Two copies of your itinerary from the travel agent or airline

If you do not have a ticket or itinerary please click here.

Personal checks, money orders or use the customer information form (see step 2 below) to pay all fees by credit card.

1. Government expedite fee. made payable to "US Dept. of State" for $135Click Here for more information about this fee.

• Include your date of birth on this check
• All personal checks must show a printed address
• Do not cross out and rewrite any information on the check. (Use a new check if necessary)

2. American Passport Express Service Fee.

Made payable to "American Passport Express" for $159.

3. Return Shipping Fee

Return shipping of your passport (choose one):

• Include a prepaid FedEx airbill or
• Add $25 to the American Passport Express fee for overnight shipping

All applicants must complete and submit the customer information form.   After submitting the form online print a copy of the confirmation page which appears. The form gives our company information which is used to help accurately process your passport order.

When you have all of the items in steps 1 & 2 listed above, call American Passport Express (1.800.455.5166) for the Address to Send your package.

-Please do not seal the shipping envelope until you get the address from an American Passport Express representative.

On Your FedEx airbill Mark the box that says "Priority Overnight" (Next Business Morning)

Send Using FedEx ONLY

You will receive email confirmation with your order number and status the day we receive your application.

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