Replace a Limited Validity Passport

Here you can find how to replace a limited validity passport.

A limited-validity passport is any regular passport that is issued for less than the full validity period (10 years for those 16 and older and 5 years for children under 16). The process to apply for a full-validity passport depends on the reason the limited-validity passport was issued.

Note: If your limited-validity passport was issued for a reason not addressed below, refer to the letter included with the passport for more information.