I have about a year to go on my PA non-resident permit; we have lots of family in PA and it feels good to have a PA permit in my wallet, but I want to try and avoid a special trip to PA just to renew prior to March 31.

My questions:
1. Can I renew a year early?
2. Is the renewal procedure essentially the same as the original application? (I can just send in the same stuff I sent in when I originally applied, of course but thought perhaps the paperwork was reduced on a renewal).

When I applied I included copies of my out of state D/L, my other CCW permits, copy of my US passport, SASE, and a Postal Money Order for $26. On this renewal I will include my current PA non resident permit number and a copy of same along with a new photograph of my mug. I can't imagine that anything is being missed but was hoping that it might be a lighter envelope.

Thanks in advance.