Before visiting a foreign country, you should ensure that all your travel concerns are addressed.
If you have urgent travel within 14 calendar days and have not yet applied for a passport, go to the NEW online passport appointment system to see if an appointment is available.
If you have already applied for a passport and are within 5 days of international travel, please call 1-877-487-2778 to make an appointment.
Find more information about urgent passport appointments here. If no appointments are available, please fill out a Privacy Release Form and information about your flight ticket.
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It may take up to 6 weeks from the day you submit your application until your status is “In Process.” During these 6 weeks, your application is delivered to a mail facility, your payment is processed, and your application is entered into our system. Even if your passport status update says, “Not Available,” your application and supporting documents are safely on their way to a passport service center.
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The Department of State’s passport call center is experiencing extremely high call volumes with longer-than-usual wait times. You can check your status online using the Online Passport Status System.
The Department of State is experiencing delays in processing passport applications. We strongly recommend you apply for your passport at least 6 months prior to your expected travel date.
Our office offers passport assistance whether you have already filed for a passport application or need an in-person passport application appointment at one of the passport agencies. Please bear in mind that appointments may be limited and can only be scheduled when your travel date is 14 days away, or 28 days away if in need of a foreign visa.
Please locate your passport and check the expiration date prior to scheduling your travel plans.
The following are the processing times for all passport cases:
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Routine: 6-8 weeks from moment application is received at Passport Agency or Center.
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Expedited: 2-3 weeks from moment application is received at Passport Agency or Center.
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Expedited at Agency: 4-6 Hours - Must have international travel within 14 calendar days if you have not applied yet or travel within 5 days if you have already applied*
*Appointments for emergency situations are limited and are never guaranteed
Here are a few additional common questions my office receives that deal with passports:
How can I renew my existing passport?
If you already have a passport that is not damaged, was issued in the past 15 years, was received after your 16th birthday, and has your same name, you can apply for a passport renewal by mail.
For more information on renewing your passport, visit the Passport Renewal Page at the U.S. Consular Affairs Web Site.
I can't wait for the normal 6 to 8 weeks processing time for my application. Can I request an expedite?
Yes. For an additional fee, you can request expedited processing which currently takes 2 to 3 weeks.
For more information on expediting processing, visit the Expedited Service Page at the U.S. Consular Affairs Web Site.
If you would like my help with passport issue, please fill out our casework form and my office will get in touch with you.
