Is the old US passport returned after renewal?

I’m renewing my passport. Yes, in most cases, we will return the old, canceled passport to you. The old passport may be sent separately from your new passport. We recommend keeping your old passport in a safe place as it is considered proof of your U.S. citizenship.

Did not receive my old passport?

Answer: Your original passport and marriage certificate should arrive soon. If they do not arrive after a couple of weeks, please contact the National Passport Information Center by calling 1-877-487-2778 toll free. Automated Passport Information is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

How long does it take for old passport to be returned?

If you’re eligible, you’ll usually get your documents back within 10 working days.

Do I need to submit old passport for renewal?

Yes. Your passport does not have to be expired for you to renew it. If you want to renew both a valid passport book and passport card, you must submit both documents.

Should you destroy your old passport?

Never simply throw a passport away. Even if the government has canceled it, it could still be used by thieves to commit forgery or identity theft. Do not destroy a passport unless it has been officially canceled. Even if it is expired, you may need to present it to a passport agency in order to obtain a replacement.

Do you have to send your old passport back?

You must bring your old passport to the Post Office if you still have it. If you’ve changed your name, you’ll also need to bring proof of your new name (like a marriage certificate). If your passport is lost, you’ll also need the name and email address of someone who can confirm your identity.

What do you do with old passports?

If your passport has expired, then you will need to renew it before you travel internationally. The process usually involves submitting your old passport to the government passport agency, either in person or by mail. Therefore, you will need to hold on your expired passport at least until you apply for your new one.

Can I renew my US passport 1 year before expiration?

Answer: Application for a passport renewal should be done approximately nine months prior to the passport’s expiration date. There are three reasons for renewing your passport so early. One, the earlier you apply, the less likely you are to need expedited services. Expediting a passport can be quite expensive.

What should I do with my old passport?

The U.S. Department of State, who issue passports, recommend you keep the old one. Yes, we will return the old, cancelled passport to you. It may be sent separately from your new passport. It is a good idea to keep your old passport in a safe place as it is considered proof of your U.S. citizenship.

Will I get my passport back when I renew?

If the renewed passport arrives first, don’t get anxious about getting the old passport back. It should arrive within a day or two. If your passport is significantly damaged, you cannot apply for a renewal by mail. It will be necessary to appear at an acceptance facility in order to apply for a new passport.

When should you renew your passport?

US passports are valid for ten years from the date they are issued. It seems logical to assume that you should renew your passport for two or three months before it expires. In fact, you may need to start the renewal process as early as eight months before your passport’s expiration date, depending on your destination.

When can I renew my passport?

Your passport can be renewed at any time, though the Department of State website suggests renewing it within nine months of the passport expiration date, found on the passport’s data page. Passports for Americans ages 16 and older are valid for 10 years, while those for younger children can be used for five years.