To obtain Form DS-82, which is the Application for Passport Renewal by Mail, you can follow these steps:
1. Go to the official website of the U.S. Department of State - Bureau of Consular Affairs.
2. Navigate to the "Passports" section and click on "Renew a Passport" or "Passport Renewal by Mail."
3. Read the instructions and eligibility criteria given on the page.
4. Scroll down and click on the link labeled "Form DS-82: Application for Passport Renewal by Mail."
5. The form will be in a PDF format, which you can open, download, and print.
6. Once you have the form, carefully fill it out with accurate information. Be sure to review the instructions provided on page 1 of the form.
7. Enclose the completed DS-82 form with your most recent passport, a passport photo, and the relevant fee payment. Additionally, if your name has changed since the previous passport, include legal evidence of the name change (like a marriage certificate or court order).
8. Mail the completed application along with all the required documents to the appropriate address specified on the form or the official website.
Remember to read and follow all the instructions mentioned on the form and official website to ensure successful passport renewal.