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PASSPORTS

UPDATE: Passport processing times have dramatically increased due to high demand. For this reason, it is very important to apply for your passport as soon as possible. Although the entry/exit requirements have currently been relaxed due to the delays, travel after September 30, 2007 still requires a passport.

Where can I apply/renew my passport?
You can apply for or renew your passport by visiting one of the 8,000+ nationwide facilities designated for accepting passport applications. To find your nearest facility visit the search page.

How Long Will it Take to Process a Passport Application?

If you apply	And Choose	You will receive your passport within about
At a Passport Acceptance Facility* or By Mail (for renewal, additional pages, and amendment)	Routine Service	10-12 Weeks**
	Expedited Service Plus Overnight delivery service for: Sending your application and Returning your passport to you	2-3 Weeks***

*One of 8,000+ facilities accepting passport applications, such as your local post office, municipal office, courthouse, library.

** Routine Service: Normally Routine Service passports are received within 8-10 weeks, however, with very high volume this summer, it is taking up to 10-12 weeks. If you are not traveling within the next 10 days, please check the status of your application online, keeping in mind that it is taking approximately 3 weeks for our system to start tracking your application. If you are traveling within the next 10 days, please call or email the National Passport Information Center.

***Expedite Service: As the resources that Passport Services has put in place to meet the challenge of increased passport demand become available, the timeframe for Expedite Service has changed as follows:
NOTE:

THERE IS NO CHARGE FOR AN APPOINTMENT AT A PASSPORT AGENCY. CUSTOMERS SHOULD NOT PAY ANYONE OR ANY BUSINESS MAKING SUCH A CHARGE.
Passport Agencies assist customers with urgent travel needs (generally if you are traveling within 2 weeks) and require proof of departure.
Most Passport Agencies are open by appointment only and require proof of your travel date or need for foreign visas. See List of Regional Passport Agencies .

Where Can I Get More Information on US Passport Applications and Processes?
The US Department of State is responsible for processing passports. Visit the Passport home page at: http://travel.state.gov/passport

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