Passport for Seniors
Renew online or by mail.
Online renewal
FREE setup. travel.state.gov/passport-online. Easier than ever.
Mail-in renewal
$130. Send Form DS-82 + old passport + photo + check.
When to renew
9 months before expiration. Many countries require 6 months validity.
Passport photos
$15 at CVS or Walgreens. Most reliable.
Smart Traveler Enrollment
FREE at step.state.gov. State Department contacts you in emergencies abroad.
Travel insurance
Always buy. Medical evac alone can cost $50,000+.
Quick Tip: Photograph passport. Email to yourself. Lost passport replacement faster.