Check your eligibility to renew by mail or online (country-specific requirements apply)
Gather required documents (current passport, application form, required photos, and supporting documents if needed)
Confirm photo requirements (size, background, recent date, and format)
Complete the renewal application form (and any additional forms required)
Pay the required fees (online payment or check/money order as instructed)
If required, provide proof of identity and/or citizenship (varies by country)
If required, provide a guarantor/endorser or reference details (varies by country)
Submit your renewal application:
Online (if available) or
By mail to the specified address or
In person at an office/agency if required
If mailing, use the required envelope/service and include return postage if instructed
Track your application status using the tracking/service number (if available)
Wait for processing and passport issuance
Receive your new passport and verify details (name, dates, spelling, and validity)
Report any errors immediately and follow correction instructions