Where to Apply

Where you apply depends on when you need your U.S. passport.

We process your application based on when you are traveling internationally and what service you select. 

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    Choose this service if you have a life-or-death emergency that requires international travel within 72 hours (3 business days).

    See our Life-or-Death Emergencies page for more information on how to make an appointment. 

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    Choose this service if you are traveling internationally within 7 weeks. Restrictions apply. Your appointment at a passport agency or center must be scheduled within 14 calendar days of your international travel date. Call 1-877-487-2778 to make an appointment.

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  • file Current expedited processing times

    Choose this service if you are traveling in less than 11 weeks from the date you submit your application. 

    Expedited service takes 5 to 7 weeks, and does not include mailing times which may add several weeks on to the door-to-door time it takes to receive your passport.

    Expedite at an acceptance facility or expedite a renewal by mail.

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    Current expedited processing times

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    Choose this service if you are traveling over 11 weeks from the date you submit your application.

    Routine service takes 8 to 11 weeks, and does not include mailing times which may add several weeks on to the door-to-door time it takes to receive your passport. 

    Apply at an acceptance facility or renew by mail.

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Applying in Person

Watch this video on how to apply in-person for an adult U.S. passport!