Renewing your U.S. passport doesn’t have to be stressful. Sharplink Services simplifies the process from start to finish—with expert document support, fast turnaround, and clear guidance. Whether it’s time-sensitive or routine, our approach delivers confidence and results.
When Should You Renew Your Passport?
You should renew your passport if it expires within six months of international travel, if it has run out of blank pages, or if your name or personal details have changed. Proactive renewal helps you avoid complications at the airport or denial of visa issuance. Being prepared ahead of time also helps eliminate last-minute panic.
Passport Renewal Requirements
Processing will be 5-7 business days from the date of submission to the Passport Agency. Your passport will be shipped directly to the address listed on your DS-82 Form.
To proceed we will need the following sent to our office:
- Current Passport
- 1 new passport photo – 2”x2” white background
- Completed and signed DS-82 – Click Here to complete the DS-82 online – print and sign in blue or black ink
- Letter of Authorization (LOA) – Click Here – Please complete and sign in Blue ink one copy of the LOA attached.
- Order Request Form – Click Here
- Fees – Passport Agency fee $209.53 – Check or Money order payable to US Department of State
- SharpLink Services fee is $300.00. We accept checks or money orders payable to SharpLink Services. We also accept credit cards (Visa & Mastercard) with a 5% surcharge on credit card payments.
Sharplink’s legal document preparation services ensure that documents are accurate, complete, and acceptable to government agencies. We also provide a legal document review service to catch errors before submission. If additional certification is required, our notary and apostille services and apostille services in Washington DC are available for clients nationwide.
Step‑by‑Step Passport Renewal Process
- Our team confirms your eligibility and helps you select the right renewal form.
- We assist with completing forms, capturing acceptable passport photos, and gathering supporting documents.
- Your package is carefully reviewed and submitted to the passport agency.
- If you ask, “where can I get my passport the same day?” We provide expedited service options and guidance tailored to your timeline.
- We monitor and track your application, keeping you informed until your renewed passport arrives.
Expedited Renewal Options
For travelers with looming deadlines, we offer express service options:
- We explain how long it takes to get a passport expedited, typically completion in days rather than weeks.
- Details about the expedited passport fee and total expedited passport cost are provided upfront to avoid surprises.
- Choose from various shipping speed options, and let us manage priority handling so you receive your passport when you need it.
Fees and Processing Times
The standard passport renewal fees apply depending on the delivery method and processing speed. If you’re wondering how much does a passport renewal cost, we’ll break down the government fee and Sharplink’s service fee for expedited or standard options. Your total cost reflects passport processing, return shipping, and any rush or priority upgrades you request.
Additional Related Services
In some cases, passport updates or travel plans require other services. Sharplink can assist with:
- Visa provisioning service to prepare supporting documents for visa applications
- Transparent explanation of any visa provisioning service charge
- Certified documentation using apostille US service for international use
- Providing notary and apostille services to support legal or travel documentation needs
Why Choose Sharplink for Passport Renewal
When you choose Sharplink, you’re backed by trusted legal document services and a customer-first approach. We take care of document prep, review, and submission so you can avoid mistakes and delays. Our team is knowledgeable, responsive, and locally accessible—even for clients needing notary or apostille services in Washington DC.
Get Started with Your Passport Renewal Today
Don’t wait until travel plans are disrupted. Sharplink makes passport renewal easy, transparent, and fast—especially if you need expedited service. Contact us now to begin the process and receive expert support every step of the way.
Passport Services
| New or First Passport, Child’s Passport, Passport Renewal, Name Change, Lost or Stolen Passport, 2nd Limited Passport | |
| SharpLink Fee | Passport Agency Fee |
| 5 to 7 Business Days…. $300 Plus | $209.53 (INCLUDES ALL FEES) |
| Minor…. $300 Plus | $179.53 |
| Passport Card…. | $30 (ADDITIONAL) |
| Cash layout (Cost + 10% surcharge) | |
Make an appointment with your local Post Office, they will act as the accepting agent for the Passport Agency. Bring the following to your appointment:
- Birth Certificate or Certificate of Naturalization – for proof of citizenship
- 2 passport photos – 2”x2” White background
- Government issued ID – i.e. Driver’s license (original and a photocopy)
- Letter of Authorization (LOA) – Click Here – Please complete and sign 2 copies of LOA attached – Sign in Blue ink
- Completed but unsigned DS-11 Form– use this link https://pptform.state.gov/ – Complete online, print but Do Not Sign – The PO Agent will have you swear the oath and sign the DS-11. Collect the fees $209.53 Passport Agency fee and the Post Office fee of $35.00.
The Post Office agent will seal the (signed DS-11, signed LOA, photo, birth certificate, copy of your ID and fees) in an envelope and return the sealed envelope to you.
To proceed we will need the following sent to our office:
- Sealed envelope – Seal must only be broken by the Passport Agency
- Extra unsigned DS-11
- The extra passport photo
- Extra LOA – One will go into the sealed envelope and the other included with the material being sent to us.
- Order Request Form – Click Here
- Check or money order payable to SharpLink Services for $300.00 (Payment by credit card is also accepted (Visa or Mastercard) with a 5% surcharge)
Processing will be 5-7 business days from the date of submission to the Passport Agency. Your passport will be shipped directly to the address listed on your DS-82 Form.
To proceed we will need the following sent to our office:
- Current Passport
- 1 new passport photo – 2”x2” white background
- Completed and signed DS-82 – use this link https://pptform.state.gov/ – to complete the DS-82 online – print and sign in blue or black ink
- Letter of Authorization (LOA) – Click Here – Please complete and sign in Blue ink one copy of the LOA attached.
- Order Request Form – Click Here
- Fees – Passport Agency fee $209.53 – Check or Money order payable to US Department of State
- SharpLink Services fee is $300.00. We accept checks or money orders payable to SharpLink Services. We also accept credit cards (Visa & Mastercard) with a 5% surcharge on credit card payments.
Please send all material to our office.
What’s Needed To Proceed
Make an appointment with your local Post Office, they will act as the accepting agent for the Post Office.
Bring the following to your appointment:
- Both parents – If one is unable to attend the non-attending parent must complete and notarize form DS-3053 “Statement of Consent” – use this link https://eforms.state.gov/Forms/ds3053.PDF
- The child and their Birth Certificate for proof of citizenship
- 2 passport photos – 2”x2” White background
- Government-issued ID of both parents i.e. Driver’s license (original and a photocopy)
- Letter of Authorization (LOA) – Click Here – Please complete and sign 2 copies of LOA Signed by both parents in Blue ink
- Completed but unsigned DS-11 Form– use this link https://pptform.state.gov/
- The PO Agent will have you swear the oath and sign by both parents the DS-11 Form. Collect the fees $179.53 Passport Agency fee and the Post Office fee of $35.00
The Post Office agent will seal the signed (DS-11, signed LOA, photo, birth certificate, copy of your ID and fees) in an envelope and return the sealed envelope to you.
To proceed we will need the following sent to our office:
- Sealed envelope – Seal must only be broken by the Passport Agency
- The extra passport photo
- Extra LOA – One will go into the sealed envelope and the other included with the material being sent to us.
- Order Request Form – Download Here
- Check or money order payable to Caring Hands Services for $300.00 (Payment by credit card is also accepted (Visa or Mastercard) with a 5% surcharge)
What’s Needed To Proceed
Make an appointment with your local Post Office, they will act as the accepting agent for the Passport Agency.
Bring the following to your appointment:
- Completed and signed DS-64 (Statement Regarding a Lost or Stolen Passport) – Click Here
- Birth Certificate or Certificate of Naturalization – for proof of citizenship
- 2 passport photos – 2”x2” White background
- Government-issued ID – i.e. Driver’s license (original and a photocopy)
- Letter of Authorization (LOA) – Click Here – Please complete and sign 2 copies of LOA – Sign in Blue ink
- Completed but unsigned DS-11 Form– use this link https://pptform.state.gov/ – The PO Agent will have you swear the oath and sign the DS-11. Collect the fees $209.53 Passport Agency fee and the Post Office fee of $35.00.
The Post Office agent will seal the (signed DS-11, signed LOA, DS-64, photo, birth certificate, copy of your ID and fees) in an envelope and return the sealed envelope to you.
To proceed we will need the following sent to our office:
- Sealed envelope – Seal must only be broken by the Passport Agency
- The extra passport photo
- Extra LOA – One will go into the sealed envelope and the other included with the material being sent to us.
- Order Request Form – Download Here
- Check or money order payable to SharpLink Services for $300.00 (Payment by credit card is also accepted (Visa or Mastercard) with a 5% surcharge)
What’s Needed To Proceed
To proceed we will need the following sent to our office:
- Current Passport
- 1 new passport photo – 2”x2” white background
- Completed and signed DS-82 – use this secure online link https://pptform.state.gov/ – and sign in blue ink
- Original Proof of Name Change – i.e. Court Documents for Divorce or legal name change or Marriage Certificate
- Letter of Authorization (LOA) – Click Here – Please complete and sign in Blue ink one copy of the LOA.
- Order Request Form – Download Here
- Fees – Passport Agency fee $209.53 – Check or Money order payable to US Department of State
- SharpLink Services fee is $300.00. We accept checks or money orders payable to SharpLink Services. We also accept credit cards (Visa & Mastercard) with a 5% surcharge on credit card payments.
What’s Needed To Proceed
To proceed we will need the following sent to our office:
- Current Passport
- 1 new passport photo – 2”x2” white background – Cannot be the same photo in your primary passport.
- Completed and signed DS-82 – use this link https://pptform.state.gov/ – to complete the DS-82 online – print and sign in blue ink
- Letter of Authorization (LOA) – Click Here – Please complete and sign in Blue ink one copy of each LOA.
- Statement requesting a 2nd Limited Passport. Click Here
- Order Request Form – Download Here
- Fees – Passport Agency fee $209.53 – Check or Money order payable to US Department of State
- SharpLink Services fee is $300.00. We accept checks or money orders payable to SharpLink Services. We also accept credit cards (Visa & Mastercard) with a 5% surcharge on credit card payments.
Required Documents:
- A completed US Passport Application (available on-site).
- Two (2) identical, 2″ x 2″ recent, professional, face-front photographs with a white or light background (no school photos accepted).
- An original or certified copy of a birth certificate with a raised seal and file date issued by a State or Municipal Bureau of Vital Statistics, including both parents’ names (no photocopies accepted), OR
- A Naturalization Certificate (no photocopies accepted), OR
- A previous United States passport
- A valid driver’s license, government identification, Green Card, valid passport from parent’s country, or a previous US passport issued after the applicant’s 16th birthday and not more than 15 years old
If the applicant cannot furnish the above identification, they can present:
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- Three additional forms of identification (bring whatever you have) AND
- An identifying witness who has known the applicant for at least two years, is a US citizen or Resident Alien and can establish their identity by one of the above means.
- Children 15 years or younger renewing a US passport must submit both the passport and an original or certified copy of the birth certificate showing both parents’ full names.
Costs:
- Adults 16 years of age or older: $212.05, payable by personal check or US Postal money order to the US Department of State.
- Children 15 years of age or younger: $182.05, payable by personal check or US Postal money order to the US Department of State
Start by Gathering and Preparing Your Documents
- Fill out the online DS-11 application online, but DO NOT SIGN until directed to do so.
- Click “Create form” when finished.
- Ensure the printed form has two barcodes
Provide Proof of Citizenship
You need to supply one of the following:
- Previous U.S. Passport if you are over 15 years old
- Certified Birth Certificate from the state, county, or city
- Certificate of Citizenship or FS-240, DS-1350
- Certificate of Naturalization
Proof of Identity
Evidence of Immediate Travel
Supply 2 copies of one of the following:
- Travel ticket to a foreign country
- Travel itinerary or e-ticket with reservation confirmation
- Business travelers can submit a Business Letter of Expedite if the above is unavailable. Call for clarification.
Passport Photographs
Obtain 2 passport photos from a professional
U.S. Government Fees
- Make a check or money order payable to “U.S. Department of State” for $190 (processing fee for an expedited passport). The check should have a pre-printed name and address. Temporary or starter checks are not acceptable.
- Acceptance Agent Fee: $35
Authorization Letter
Allows us to act as your agent. Print and complete 2 copies.