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Learn about the steps for how to apply for or renew your U.S. passport. 

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Routine: 10-13 weeks*

Expedited: 7-9 weeks and an extra $60*

*Mailing times are not included in processing times. Processing times only include the time your application is at one of our passport agencies or centers. The total time to get your passport includes both processing and mailing times. It may take up to 2 weeks for applications to arrive by mail at a passport agency or center, and up to 2 weeks for you to receive a completed passport in the mail after we print it. Consider the total time it will take to receive your passport when you are booking travel. 

Urgent Travel: See our Get my Passport Fast page. 

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