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U.S. passports

Find out how to apply for or renew a passport and what to do if your passport is lost or stolen.

Apply for a new adult passport

You need a passport to travel to most countries outside the U.S. Learn how to apply for a passport in person, check your application status, and get it changed or corrected.

Renew an adult passport

Find out if you can renew your passport or need a new one. Learn how to renew your passport by mail or online, get it changed or corrected, or what to do if it expires soon.

Get a passport for a minor under 18

Find out how to get a child's passport, depending on their age.

Lost or stolen passports

If your passport is lost or stolen you must report it to the State Department right away. How you replace it depends on if you are inside or outside the U.S.

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Thousands of Post Offices ™ accept first-time passport applications for the U.S. Department of State. Most of those locations can also take your passport photo.

• Renewing Passports : If you answer 'Yes' to all 5 eligibility questions in the " Renew a Passport by Mail " section, mail your renewal form directly to the State Department. If you don't meet all the renewal requirements, you'll need to go to a Post Office in person and do a new, first-time passport application.
• First-Time Passports (and Passport Photos) : Schedule your in-person appointment online.

Schedule an Appointment

Alert: --> online scheduler to make an appointment for passport services to ensure the safety of our employees and customers. The State Department has extremely limited passport services due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Expect significant delays of several months before receiving your new U.S. passport. Learn More

Alert: For first-time passport and photo services, please make an appointment using our online scheduler , a Post Office lobby self-service kiosk , or at a Post Office retail counter . We also offer limited Passport walk-in hours at select locations.

First-Time Passports

First-time applicants and people who aren’t allowed to get a new passport by mail.

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Renewing Passports

Most people renewing a passport should mail their application directly to the State Department.

Renew by Mail

Passports for Minors

Passports for children under 16 have special requirements. Make sure you are prepared.

Apply for a First-Time Passport

If you've never had a U.S. passport, are 16 or under, or aren't allowed to renew an existing passport by mail, you need to apply for a new passport in person at the Post Office.

Step 1: Gather Documents Early

Generally, you should apply for your new passport as soon as you know you’ll be traveling internationally—at least several months in advance. Passport processing times may vary, so be sure to check the latest State Department service estimates . First-time applicants, minors, and applicants who need a new passport but may not renew by mail may submit their passport application at the Post Office. The U.S. State Department website explains what you'll need to bring with you.

• Application forms (unsigned)
• Proof of identity document and a photocopy of the front and back
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship document and a photocopy of the front and back
• Passport fees

Apply for a Passport in Person

Step 2: Prepare Your Application Package

Visit the U.S. Department of State website to learn how to apply for a passport and what documents you need.

• Complete your Form DS-11 Application for U.S. Passport on the State Department website.
• Print your completed application. DO NOT SIGN YOUR APPLICATION. A Postal employee must witness your signature.
• Have a passport photo taken.
• Photocopy your proof of identity and U.S. Citizenship documents.
• Post Offices accept credit cards, checks, and money orders for Post Office acceptance fees.
• State Department fees are mailed with your application. You can pay with a personal, certified, cashier's, traveler's check, or money order, payable to "U.S. Department of State."

Get Started on Your Application

Step 3: Schedule an Appointment

Post Offices that offer passport services have set hours, and you'll need to schedule an appointment using the online Retail Customer Appointment Scheduler or a Post Office lobby self-service kiosk.

Scheduling Online

• Go to Schedule an Appointment .
• Choose the passport service you need, along with the number of adults and minors who need appointments.
• You can search for appointment by location or date first. If you search by location first, you'll then be asked to choose a date and time; if you search by date first, you'll then need to choose a location and time.
• After you choose your appointment location and time, provide your contact information, and agree to the Terms and Conditions.
• Click Review Appointment , then confirm your appointment.

If you need to modify or cancel your appointment, click the Manage Appointments tab and enter your confirmation number and email address or phone number.

Using a Self-Service Kiosk

• Go to a Post Office location with lobby self-service kiosks. Find USPS Locations
• At the self-service kiosk, touch the screen to begin, then select "Other Services," then "Passport Scheduler."
• Choose the passport service you need, then enter the number of adults and minors who need appointments.
• Search for Post Office locations by ZIP Code™ or City/State and choose a location.
• Select an available appointment date and time, then agree to the Terms and Conditions.
• Enter your contact information and decide if you'd like to receive SMS text notifications.
• Review and confirm your information, then select “Schedule Appointment” to finalize.
• Take your printed receipt listing your confirmation number and appointment details.

Step 4: Pay Passport Acceptance & Processing Fees

First-time passport applications have two types of basic fees, the application acceptance fee and the application processing fee. Passport photos and fees for faster processing are extra. Learn how to calculate fees and what you can use to pay for them.

Application Acceptance Fees – Postal Service

Pay acceptance fees in person at the Post Office. You may pay by check or money order, payable to "Postmaster," debit card, or credit card.

• $35.00 - Post Office acceptance fee
• $15.00 - Post Office photo fee (if needed)

Application Processing Fees – Department of State

State Department payment is sent with your application package. State Department fees are paid separately from USPS fees.

• State Department Fees State Department passport fees vary. Calculate passport fees online .
• Personal, certified, cashier's, or traveler's check, payable to "U.S. Department of State."
• Money order payable to "U.S. Department of State." You can buy a money order at the Post Office with cash, a debit card, or a traveler's check. You cannot pay with a credit card.

Application Status Updates

• Use the Online Passport Status System to check your application status if you applied by mail or in person. You may not be able to get a status update for 2 weeks after you apply or renew. During these weeks, your application and supporting documents are on their way to the Department of State. See more information about current processing times on the Department of State page " U.S. Passports ."

Renew a Passport by Mail

If you are eligible to renew your passport, please complete Passport Renewal Application Form DS-82 (see completion instructions on the form), and mail your completed renewal application directly to the State Department for processing. To verify if your passport is eligible for renewal by mail, please visit State Department Renew By Mail .

Step 1: Check Your Eligibility to Renew by Mail

A minor's passport may not be renewed by mail; to renew a minor's passport, you need to submit a new, first-time passport application in person . An adult passport may be renewed by mail if it meets certain requirements.

You can renew your adult passport by mail if you answer "Yes" to all 5 of the following statements:

Your passport:

• Is in your possession to submit with your application.
• Is undamaged other than normal "wear and tear."
• Was issued when you were age 16 or older.
• Was issued within the last 15 years.
• Was issued in your current name or you can document your name change. (Name changes are explained on Change a Passport .)

If your passport does not meet all these requirements, do not mail your renewal application. You must prepare the same application package as a first-time passport applicant.

State Department Renew by Mail

Apply early for renewals as many countries require that passports be valid for at least 6 months after you enter their country. Learn how to properly prepare your application package and include all the necessary documents so your passport is processed on time.

• Complete your Passport Renewal Application Form DS-82 on the State Department website.
• Print and sign your DS-82 form.
• Have a passport photo taken. You can schedule a passport photo-only appointment at a Post Office ™ location.
• Calculate your passport renewal fees .
• Collect your most recent passport, completed and signed application, renewal fees, and name change documents, if needed.
• Use an envelope large enough to fit the application without folding it.
• TIP : Pay for Priority Mail Express ® or Priority Mail ® service and get free envelopes that are large enough to hold your application. Order easily online: Priority Mail Express Flat Rate Envelope or Priority Mail Flat Rate Envelope .
• Address the envelope to the location for your state. See page 2 of your DS-82 form.

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Step 3: Mail Your Renewal Application

Department of State recommends using a USPS delivery tracking service to mail your renewal application.

Choose one of the following services:

• USPS Priority Mail ® Service with Delivery Confirmation
• USPS Priority Mail ® Service with Signature Confirmation
• USPS Priority Mail Express ® Service (for overnight delivery requests)

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Step 4: Follow Your Application Progress

If you use a USPS delivery tracking service, go to USPS Tracking ® to see when your package is delivered.

• With a USPS tracking service, you can see when your application arrived using the tracking number on your receipt.

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Expedited Passport Delivery

Get a new passport faster in emergencies & special cases.

If you need your passport faster for emergency travel or another special case, you can send your passport application via Priority Mail Express ® service and pay the State Department fee for faster delivery.

Life-or-Death Emergency

If you need to travel within 72 hours (3 business days) for an immediate family member who is dead, dying, or has a life-threatening illness or injury:

• Visit the Life-or-Death Emergencies page on travel.state.gov to learn if you are eligible.
• The State Department processes these requests by appointment only.
• Your appointment date must be within 72 hours (3 business days) of travel.

Urgent Travel in Less than 10 Weeks

If you are traveling in less than 10 weeks, you must call the State Department Passport Agency to schedule an appointment:

• You can call 1-877-487-2778 (1-888-874-7793 TDD/TTY) to schedule an appointment.
• Your appointment date must be within 72 hours (3 business days) of travel, and you must provide proof of travel.

Note : An extremely limited number of appointments are available for customers who are traveling internationally in the next 72 hours (3 business days), and other restrictions apply .

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Renew Your Passport Fast

If you pay an additional $60 for expedited service and mail it with Priority Mail Express , you can get your renewed passport within 10 weeks.

• Check your eligibility under Renew Your Passport by Mail, Step 1: Check Your Eligibility to Renew by Mail .
• Prepare your application as listed under Renew a Passport by Mail, Step 2: Prepare Your Application Package .
• Add these special fees, both payable to the U.S. Department of State, to your regular processing fees.
• $60.00—Expedited application processing at the State Department
• $21.36—1- to 2-day delivery service for faster return shipping to you from the State Department
• Clearly mark "EXPEDITE" on the outside of the envelope.
• Ship your application to the State Department by Priority Mail Express. Cost varies by location.
• Both parents/guardians must authorize the issuance of a child's passport. The best way to give consent is for both parents/guardians to go with the child when applying.
• Children need evidence of citizenship.
• Parents/guardians need proof of parental relationship.
• NOTE: Children's passports are only valid for 5 years. They are not "renewable": When a child's passport expires, you must apply for a new passport for them. When making a passport appointment for a child, please choose "New Passport Only" or "New Passport with Photo Services."

Apply for a Minor's Passport

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Lost or Stolen Passports

If your passport has been lost or stolen, you should report it immediately to the U.S. Department of State.

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If you are applying for a U.S. passport, use the Passport Form Filler to fill out our primary forms (DS-11, DS-82, DS-5504, and DS-64) online and print them. The Form Filler will save you time and reduce the chance of errors on your form.

Passport Acceptance Facility Search Page

Use this site to find the nearest acceptance facility where you can submit your U.S. passport application. Acceptance facilities include post offices, clerks of court, public libraries, and other local government offices which accept passport applications on behalf of the U.S. Department of State. Search for facilities by zip code, state, or state/city. You can also find facilities which offer on-site photo services.

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• Calculate your fees
• Find current processing times

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Important Notice: Currently Available Passport Services

Due to ongoing constraints associated with the coronavirus pandemic and despite significant efforts of the US Passport Agency to more fully restore their operations we are currently only able to offer two tracks of processing for US passport applications. Expedited 4-8 week processing is available for adult passport renewal and second passport requests through our offices in Washington DC, San Francisco, Houston and Seattle and Emergency 10 day processing is also available for adult passport renewal and second passport requests through our offices in Washington DC, San Francisco and Seattle. Unfortunately requests for new first time passports, replacement of lost, stolen, or multilated passports as well as renewal of children's passports originally issued prior to their 16th birthday are currently only available for Emergency 10 day processing on a limited basis through our offices in Seattle and San Francisco though we hope all of these services as well as normally far quicker processing times may soon be more readily available.

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U.S. Passport Fee Schedule 2024: Routine, Expedited, & More

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The total cost of your passport fees will depend on several factors, including: the passport type, the passport services you require and any additional services you might need or want to add on.

If you are in a rush, a passport expediting service can help simplify this process, but if you choose to apply on your own, this guide will help.

Note: If you don't pay the correct fees, your passport application will be delayed or denied.

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Understanding Passport Fees

Navigating the costs associated with obtaining a passport can be complex. Below, we break down the fees into clear categories: mandatory fees, optional fees, no-cost services, and additional expenses.

Mandatory Fees

• Application Fee: A required fee for most passport applications that will vary depending on the type of application you are submitting
• Acceptance Fee: An additional fee for first-time applicants or those reapplying after a lost or stolen passport, payable at passport acceptance facilities

Optional Fees

• Expedited Processing: For an additional fee (currently $60), you can opt for faster processing of your passport application.
• 1-to-2-Day Delivery: Opt for expedited shipping of your passport with Priority Mail Express for an additional fee (currently $21.36 ).
• File Search Fee: If your citizenship documents are missing, you can request a file search for an additional fee.

No-Cost Services

• Correction of Printing Errors: If your passport has a printing error, the correction is made free of charge.

Additional Expenses

While the direct fees are a significant part of the passport cost, additional expenses can add up:

• Passport Photos: Costs associated with obtaining passport-standard photographs will vary depending on where you get your passport photos taken .
• Supporting Documents: Fees for procuring necessary documents, like a birth certificate.
• Submission Costs: Expenses related to sending your application to the appropriate agency or center, including postage or travel costs.

While the State Department's fee calculator offers a helpful starting point, it might not reflect the full extent of your costs .

To help ease the complexity of planning for international travel, we've compiled the most up-to-date costs into our 2024 Passport Fee charts below. These charts are designed to help you accurately calculate the total cost of obtaining your passport, ensuring no hidden fees catch you by surprise.

What Does a Passport Cost?

Carefully read the information below to be sure that your payment is correct. Know that submitting incorrect passport fees or form of payment will delay the processing of your application.

Note: Form DS-11 is used to apply for a new passport or to replace a lost, stolen or damaged one. All applicants submitting this form must apply in person at an Acceptance Facility (which include most post offices), Regional Passport Agency or, if currently outside the United States, at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate General.

Applicants who need new passports expedited quickly but are unable to personally visit the regional agency should apply through a passport expediting service.

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The US passport renewal fee is paid by those submitting application Form DS-82 . Adult renewal applicants in the U.S. may apply by mail (which we recommend).

You can also apply in person at a Regional Passport Agency if you have urgent international travel needs within 14 days or a life or death emergency that requires travel within 72 hours. Adult applicants outside the U.S. must apply through a U.S. Embassy or Consulate .

You cannot apply for a passport renewal at a post office or other passport acceptance facility.

Applicants who need their passport renewals expedited but are unable to personally visit the regional agency should apply through a passport expediting service .

• Passport Renewal Requirements (Book and Card)

Use Form DS-11 to apply for a child's passport. All Minor applicants ages 15 or younger, including those who are replacing a previous passport, must apply in person at an Acceptance Facility, Regional Passport Agency, a U.S. Embassy, or American Consulate.

Applicants who need passports expedited quickly but are unable to personally visit the regional agency should apply through a passport expediting service .

• Special Requirements for Children Under Age 16

Why Your Passport May Cost More

Please note that the actual total cost of getting a passport is more than the sum of the fees paid to the U.S. government. There are additional expenses that are not listed below such as postage, the price of a passport photo, and a protective envelope to send the application form. These are just a few of the extra costs you should expect when applying for a new travel document.

If you need a passport faster than the 6 to 8 weeks it takes for routine service, you can add the expedited service fee to the total payment. This will reduce your wait to 2 to 3 weeks

We recommend you also add the cost of 1 to 2 days delivery when sending the application by mail. This is not required if you submit the form at a regional agency , however, you will need to provide proof of imminent/urgent international travel to use this option. Note that this is not an option for passport cards. Passport cards are shipped via First Class Mail only.

If the 2 to 3 weeks turnaround offered through typical expedited service is not fast enough or you are unable to visit a processing center, you should apply online for expedited service through a registered courier service . By doing so, you could get your passport as quickly as the same day you apply.

Passport Fees for Optional Services

Expedited service.

Fee: $60 (Applicants in the U.S. only)

See important information about Application Processing Times and follow the instructions on How to Get Your Passport Fast .

When requesting this service, pay the $60.00 Expedited Service Fee for each application, in addition to the required fees noted above.

Passport Book 1-2 Day Delivery

Fee: $19.53

Please note, this fastest delivery service is not available for passport cards , which are delivered via First Class Mail only.

To request 1-2 Day Delivery, pay the $19.533 1-2 Day Delivery fee for each application, in addition to the required fees noted above.

File Search

Required when applicant is unable to present evidence of citizenship.

In addition to the passport application, submit a written request for File Search to verify a previous U.S. Passport or Consular Report of Birth Abroad .

Applicants who are overseas and whose passport was lost or stolen are exempt from paying the File Search Fee. For more information, see emergency passport , 22 CFR 22.1 Item No. 6.

Passport Fees for Special Services

Data error correction.

Use form DS-5504 .

See important information on Correcting or Changing Information in Your Passport .

Name Change

Fee: Varies

• Applicants ages 16 or older whose passports were issued less than a year ago, pay no fee.
• Applicants ages 16 or older who passports were issued more than a year ago, need to apply for a renewal using form DS-82 and pay the renewal fee .
• Applicants ages 16 or older who do not have official documentation of a legal name change, must apply for a new passport .
• Applicants ages 15 or younger must apply for a new passport and pay the appropriate fee .

Passport Fee Payment Instructions

You must be sure to use the appropriate payment methods for your passport application fees and services. Not all locations accept the same payment types, so be sure to check when making your appointment or submitting your application via mail.

Please Note: The Application Fee is a non-refundable processing fee and is retained by the Department of State whether or not the passport is issued . You can get a refund for the expedited service fee under certain circumstances.

Acceptance Facility

• Checks (personal, certified, cashier's, traveler's) and money orders payable to "U.S. Department of State"
• Credit and debit cards CANNOT be accepted.
• Money orders at all locations, payable as instructed by the Acceptance Facility
• Personal checks and cash (exact change only) at some locations
• Credit cards at U.S. postal facilities and some other locations

Renewal by Mail

• Checks (personal, certified, cashiers, travelers), payable to "U.S. Department of State"
• Money orders (U.S. Postal, international, currency exchange), payable to "U.S. Department of State"
• When renewing your passport by mail from Canada, you must pay by check or money order in U.S. dollars drawn from a U.S. banking institution.

Passport Agency

• Credit Cards (VISA, MasterCard, American Express, Discover) and Debit Cards displaying Visa or MasterCard logo
• Money orders (U.S. Postal, international, currency exchanges) payable to "U.S. Department of State"
• Cash (exact amount only)
• Pre-paid credit card or gift card displaying the Visa or MasterCard logo

U.S. Embassy or Consulate

• Please check with the U.S. embassy or consulate general where you plan to apply for acceptable payment options.

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You Can Finally Renew Your Passport Online: Here's How

Acquiring a U.S. passport can be quite a tedious process, especially if it's your first time doing so. Apart from filling out an application form, you need to come up with a valid proof of your American citizenship, have a valid photo ID, have a photocopy of every requirement, provide a passport photo, and pay all the necessary fees. More importantly, you will need to submit the application and go through the process it entails in person by either going to a passport acceptance facility like a post office or government office, a passport agency, or a U.S. embassy or consulate.

On the other hand, there are several ways to renew a U.S. passport. In some cases, you may still be required to make an in-person visit, but for people who meet certain criteria, the ability to renew a passport online could be available.

The U.S. State Department recently launched a beta program that allows citizens to conveniently renew their expired passports by submitting an application and other required documentation online. During the program's initial period, only a limited number of slots are allotted daily for applicants — once the limit has been reached for the day, people are encouraged to try submitting on another day. A full launch of the online passport renewal system is in the pipeline, although a release date has not been announced as of this writing.

If you're interested in renewing your U.S. passport, you must first find out if you meet the State Department's particular list of prerequisites.

Requirements for renewing a U.S. passport online

For starters, only travelers who've already been issued a U.S. passport in the past — specifically people who hold passports that isn't more than 15 years old, was issued between 2009 and 2015, and has only been expired for less than five years — are in current possession of the passport that was valid for 10 years, and are currently residing in the U.S. may be eligible to renew their travel document online. Second, and perhaps more importantly, your scheduled travel must be set to at least eight weeks from the date you intend to submit your application and not any time sooner. In addition, the expired passport must be a regular tourist passport that is undamaged and was never reported as lost or stolen.

The applicant must be of age, at least 25 years or older. They must be able to pay for the passport renewal using a credit or debit card. Furthermore, there also shouldn't be changes needed to the name, gender, date of birth, or place of birth recorded in the passport details page.

You don't qualify for the online renewal system if you are 24 years old or younger, or are currently residing outside the U.S. You also can't go through the process if your passport was issued before you turned 16 years old, was issued more than 15 years ago, or has been expired more than five years. You also can't renew online if you intend to pay for the process in cash or if you're renewing a specially issued travel document, such as a diplomatic passport. Finally, if the passport you're trying to renew is damaged or is not in your possession, you will not be able to renew it online and will need to go about the process another way.

How to create an account for U.S. passport renewal

Assuming you've positively determined that you're eligible to renew your U.S. passport online, you need to create an account to the State Department's online portal through which to submit your application and other required documents. Here's how :

• Open a web browser and go to https://mytravel.state.gov .
• Hit the Sign In button.
• Select "Create an account."
• Enter a valid email address. Make sure it's the one that you check the most often, and preferably not the one associated with your work or school.
• Select your preferred language for emails.
• Read and agree to the website rules by checking the box.
• Hit the Submit button.

Once you've created an account, check your inbox for a confirmation email from Login.gov. Confirm your email address and provide a strong password for your account, and hit Continue. Next, choose two multi-factor authentication methods to use on your account, such as an authenticator app like Google Authenticator, a code via text or voice message, printed backup codes, or a physical security key. Follow onscreen instructions to finalize setting up your account.

Once your Login.gov account has been created, go back to https://mytravel.state.gov, and hit Sign In. This time, select Sign in and provide your login credentials. Once you're in, complete your profile by providing the required information as well as the best way to contact you about your application.

How to start your passport renewal application and verify your eligibility

After you sign in to https://mytravel.state.gov using your newly created account, you should see the option to Renew Your Passport on the Consular Services homepage. Clicking it will open the application form, which you will have 30 days to complete from the time that you start it.

During this stage, make sure you have your passport on hand as you will be required to enter certain information into the application as they are printed on the biographical data page of your passport. Pay attention to how your name is spelled, in particular the capitalization, existence of hyphens, and any spacing between letters in your name on the actual passport. For example, if your last name is McAvoy but is printed as Mc Avoy in your passport, include the space in your application. If your last name is hyphenated, you may need to enter it without one — either as two words or one word — in the application. The hyphen will be added to your name during the application review process later on.

In order to fill in your application, make sure your most recent passport had a 10-year validity. The passport must also be expiring within one year or should have been expired for less than five years. You can renew either a passport book or a passport card or both through the online renewal system, provided that you have the expired version of the document you wish to renew in your possession.

If the system confirms that you are eligible for online passport renewal based on the information you provided, you should see a message indicating so on the screen. If the confirmation was unsuccessful, you either need to try going through the application process again at a later time — the daily application limit might have already been reached — or explore a different avenue for renewing your passport entirely.

What to do when you're eligible to renew your passport online

Once the State Department's online renewal system determines you're allowed to renew your expired U.S. passport through the online portal, you'll be asked to provide details about your international travel itinerary as well as a digital photo — no selfies, photo scans, or photos of already printed photos are allowed. You'll also need to pay all the passport fees associated with your application, anywhere between $30-$160 depending on document type. Around a week after you submit your application, you need to visit the Online Passport Status System to enroll in email updates so you are notified of the status of your renewal.

As previously stated, only those traveling at least eight weeks after the initial application may proceed with renewing passports via the online portal. As of this writing, only routine service is offered for online renewal applicants. That means it'll take about six to eight weeks processing time, plus around an additional two weeks of mailing time for your new passport to get to you. It's important to note, that you do not mail your passport in for online renewal and do not try to travel international with it, as it will be cancelled once your application is processed.

What to do if you need your renewed passport ASAP

In most cases, renewing by mail is the recommended method for those who hold an expired U.S. passport but don't qualify for online renewal. If renewal by mail is not an option, you will have to apply in person .

If you need your new passport in the next three to eight weeks, you can renew your passport by mail and shell out an extra $60 for expedited service, which will bump up the routine six-to-eight-week processing to two to three weeks instead.

If you need your new passport in less than three weeks, you will need to make an in-person appointment at a passport agency or center to renew your travel document. You can opt for either Life-or-Death Emergency Service or Urgent Travel Service, provide the necessary requirements, and see if you qualify. Walk-ins are not allowed.

Although expedited service is not offered for online renewal applicants, you may request a faster turnaround and pay the required additional fees in case your travel plans change after you submit your application. Contact the National Passport Information Center by calling 1-877-487-2778 and providing your application number or your last name and date of birth. Note that once you contact the agency for faster processing, you may not see updates to your application in your MyTravelGov account.

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You booked an international flight, applied for (or renewed) your passport and have patiently waited for the blue book’s arrival. Weeks have gone by, and there’s still no sign of your passport in the mail.

With an upcoming travel date approaching faster than Usain Bolt running toward the finish line in the 100-meter dash, you might be stressing about where your passport is and whether you can get a passport quickly should you need to shift gears.

If you’re wondering “Can I get a passport in one day?” The answer could depend on where you live. So if your passport hasn’t arrived or you forgot to send it in for a renewal, here’s what you need to know about passport processing times and 24-hour passports.

What types of passport services are available?

The U.S. Department of State offers four types of passport services: routine, expedited, urgent travel and emergency. The type of service depends on whether you have proof of confirmed travel dates and when you’re traveling.

Routine and expedited processing timelines are prone to change, while urgent and emergency processing remain set. Current posted processing timelines for routine and expedited service are as follows:

Routine processing: Six to eight weeks.

Expedited processing: Two to three weeks.

Routine passport service is the slowest service available. This option is best for travelers who don’t have any international trips coming up within that time frame. To apply for a new passport or renew an existing one, you’ll need to submit your documents by mail or at an acceptance center , such as a library or post office.

Expedited passport processing still takes several weeks, according to the State Department. You’ll submit your application the same way you would for routine processing. Expect to pay a $60 fee on top of the routine passport fee for expedited service.

Urgent travel

If you’re traveling internationally sooner than expedited processing will allow, you’ll want to select nonemergency urgent service to receive a passport in time for your trip.

If you’ve already applied for a passport and are within 14 calendar days of travel, you should call the National Passport Information Center to notify the processing agency of your upcoming travel. If you haven’t applied yet and are traveling within 14 days, you need to make an appointment to visit a passport agency in person.

If your international trip starts within five calendar days, you must schedule an appointment at a passport agency. You’ll also need to provide proof of travel. Keep in mind it can be tricky to get an appointment since time slots fill up quickly.

An emergency passport can be processed within 72 hours only if you have a qualifying life-or-death emergency. You must call a passport agency for one of these appointments and provide proof of international travel.

Qualifying life-or-death emergencies include:

An immediate family member has died.

An immediate family member is dying or in hospice care.

An immediate family member has a life-threatening injury or illness.

Immediate family members include parents, legal guardians, children, spouses, siblings or grandparents.

You must get documentation of the emergency, such as a death certificate, a statement from a mortuary or a letter from the hospital. If the documents aren’t in English, you must have them translated by a professional translator. However, they don’t need to be notarized.

» Learn more: Do you need a passport to book an international flight?

How to make an appointment at a passport agency

There are a limited number of appointments available for applicants traveling internationally within 14 days or who need to apply for a visa within 28 days.

To make an appointment at a passport center for urgent travel, you must call 1-877-487-2778 (closed on federal holidays). For life-or-death emergency travel, call 1-877-487-2778 during the week or 1-202-647-4000 outside of business hours. You’ll receive unique confirmation information that only you can use on the day of your appointment.

Note that you can’t transfer your appointment time slot to another person. If you can’t attend, you must cancel by phone or by emailing [email protected] , and your time slot will be assigned to another person.

A passport agency appointment is free of charge. If you’re asked to pay for an appointment, it’s not a legitimate appointment. Walk-ins appointments aren't available.

Bring a completed passport application, a passport photo, a valid government-issued ID such as a driver’s license, and payment for passport processing. Also, don’t forget the documentation required for one-day passport renewal, such as proof of travel and life-and-death emergency documentation.

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U.S. passport agency locations

If you need to rush your passport, you can make an appointment at one of the 26 U.S. passport agencies that are open to the public across the country. If the closest and most convenient location doesn’t have open time slots, check the next closest one to which you can drive.

For example, Los Angeles and San Diego are within driving distance.

The U.S. passport centers are located in the following cities:

Aurora, Colorado.

Buffalo, New York.

El Paso, Texas.

Hot Springs, Arkansas.

Los Angeles.

Minneapolis.

New Orleans.

Philadelphia.

Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

San Francisco.

San Juan, Puerto Rico.

St. Albans, Vermont.

Stamford, Connecticut.

Tucson, Arizona.

Washington, DC.

For locations and operating hours, go to the passport agencies page on the State Department’s website and scroll down to the frequently asked questions.

Can you get a passport in one day?

If you’re trying to get a passport in 24 hours, know that it might not be easy. It could take longer to process your passport, even if you score one of the limited appointments at a passport agency.

Make sure to bring the exact documents required for a passport and ensure your photo follows the guidelines outlined by the State Department. Your trip is at stake, and you don’t want to mess this up.

» Learn more: Can you wear makeup in a passport photo?

As a last resort, contact your member of Congress

If you can’t get an appointment at a passport agency and all else fails, contact your U.S. representative's office. Believe it or not, they may be able to expedite the processing of your passport. However, you shouldn’t rely on this method — use it as a last resort only.

You still might not get your passport in one day, but it’s worth a try if you only have a week or two left before your trip, especially if you don’t live near a passport agency. Use a Google search to find out who represents your district and how to contact them.

How to get a passport in 24 hours

"Maybe" is the answer to “Can I get my passport in one day?”

The only way to get a same-day passport is by visiting one of the passport agencies — but only if you can get an appointment — and even that can take longer than 24 hours. The available slots are hard to come by, and you might be left behind while your travel companions jet off without you.

If you think you’ll travel in the future, we recommend applying for a passport now. And if you currently hold a passport, check its expiration date and renew well in advance to avoid having to scramble later.

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Can you travel with an expired passport?

September 6, 2024 | 4 min read

A valid U.S. passport is required for international travel. If yours has expired, you likely won’t be able to go abroad or reenter the U.S.

In fact, some countries require passports to be valid six months after your travel dates.

What you’ll learn:

A valid passport is required to travel abroad and to reenter the U.S.

To enter other countries, passports might have to be valid for as many as six months past travel dates. 

TSA may accept an expired passport as a form of ID for domestic flights if it’s expired within the past year.

There are ways to get a new passport or passport renewal expedited.

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When is a passport needed to travel.

Passports are documents that allow travelers to visit foreign countries, access services and assistance abroad from U.S. consulates, and reenter the U.S. when returning home.

If you’re traveling within the U.S., you can also use your passport as ID to board domestic flights.

How long is a passport valid?

How long passports are valid depends on age. For people 16 and over, passports are good for 10 years. Passports for people 15 and under are good for five years.

But just because it’s not expired doesn’t always make it valid. For example, some countries require passports that won’t expire for at least 6 months past travel dates. Wherever you’re headed, it’s important to check requirements before you travel. For country-specific information, the State Department’s destination guide might help.

Can you fly with an expired passport?

TSA accepts passports as valid ID up to one year after they’ve expired. But that might only help for domestic flights. That’s because the U.S. Customs and Border Patrol requires a valid passport to reenter the U.S. There are also rules specific to destination countries.

Can you travel with an expired passport in the United States?

TSA might accept expired passports. But it may be safe to use another valid form of ID , including a driver’s license or state-issued ID card. Just remember to check on Real ID requirements before your departure.

Can you travel with an expired passport internationally?

If you’re traveling internationally , TSA accepts passports up to one year after they’ve expired. But remember that a valid passport is required for citizens to reenter the country. Plus, other countries might require a valid passport to enter.

There may be some exceptions. For example, if you’re returning to the U.S. from Canada, you can use a NEXUS card .

How do you renew your passport quickly?

Getting or renewing a passport generally takes around 6-8 weeks. But the State Department will expedite the process for a $60 fee:

Urgent renewal: By making an appointment at a passport agency, you could get a passport in 2-3 weeks.

• Life-or-death emergency: If you have a family member who has died or is critically ill, you can provide documentation during an in-person appointment to get a passport within 72 hours.

Can you travel with an expired passport FAQ

Still have questions about traveling with an expired passport? These answers may help.

Can you travel to Mexico or Canada with an expired passport?

No, all U.S. citizens entering Mexico and Canada must present a current passport. This applies whether you’re driving or flying.

Is there a grace period on expired passports?

You don’t have to rush to renew your passport the moment it runs out. If you got it within the past 15 years, the State Department says you can renew it by mail. Passports are good for 10 years, so that five-year window is like a little grace period. But keep in mind that the State Department recommends getting a new passport 6-9 months before your current one expires.

Will TSA accept an expired passport?

Yes, an expired passport is accepted as ID up to a year after expiration. Just remember that in most cases, you won’t be able to enter other countries or return to the U.S. without a valid passport.

Key takeaways: Can you travel with an expired passport?

To help make sure domestic travel goes smoothly, it’s best to either travel with a current passport or have a second form of Real ID with you. And if you’re traveling internationally, being without a current passport could make travel difficult—or impossible.

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