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U.S. Passports

Find out how to apply for a new passport or renew your current one.

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Get a U.S. passport

  • Apply for an Adult Passport

    Learn how to get a passport. First-time adults and those who do not qualify for renewal must apply in person at an acceptance facility.

    Learn how to apply

  • Apply for a Child’s Passport

    Children under 16 and teenagers who are 16-17 each have a different passport process.

    Get a passport for your child

  • Renew or Replace a Passport

    If you are an adult and already have a passport, you may be eligible to renew it online or by mail. You can also correct information in your passport or report it lost or stolen.

    Renew your passport

Popular passport services

  • Get Your Passport Fast

    We offer 4 passport service options based on travel plans and how quickly you need your passport.

    Explore the options

  • Check Your Application Status

    Review your passport application status. Learn how you’ll receive your documents back. Find out where we are in processing your application.

    Track your status

  • Change or Correct a Passport

    Learn how to correct or update your passport due to a name change, data error, or printing error.

    Make an update or correction

How long does it take to get a passport?

Mailing your application

Up to 2 weeks

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It may take 2 weeks for your application to get to us. You can pay for faster delivery when you submit your application.

Processing your application

4 to 6 weeks

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One of our passport agencies reviews your application and supporting documents. You can select routine service or expedited service for an additional $60.

Receiving your passport

Up to 2 weeks

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It may take 2 weeks for you to get your passport after we mail it. You can pay an express mail fee for 1-3 day return delivery.

Passport application help

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New and noteworthy

  • Passport Acceptance Fairs

    You can apply for a passport at post offices, local government offices, and libraries. Some facilities have special events on evenings and weekends where you can apply in person.

  • Renew Online
    Eligible U.S. citizens who want routine service can renew their passports online. 
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Last Updated: May 04, 2026

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