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Passport Application Processing Time
Passport Application Processing Time
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How Long Will it Take to Process a Passport Application
At this time, we are processing routine applications within four weeks from the time of application. We are processing requests for expedited service within three weeks.
If you are traveling or need your passport in order to get a visa within the next 2 weeks:
Please call us at the National Passport Information Center at 1-877-4USA-PPT (1-877-487-2778) to schedule an appointment to apply in person at a Passport Agency (please see note below).
If you have already applied but will not need your passport within the next two weeks:
There should be no need to contact us at this time. Our goal is to make sure that no one misses a trip. We have added staff and are working overtime across the country to achieve this goal.
Based on current projections, if you have already applied for the U.S. passport card:
We expect to begin production of the passport card in June and be in full production in July. We will continue to provide updates about passport card production on Travel.State.Gov.
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Passport Application Processing Time