Passport Processing

Important Updates from the DOS
Monday, November 6, 2023 (release date)

The Department of State is committed to providing the best possible service for our passport customers.
We encourage all Americans to:

• check their passport expiration date before making plans for international travel, and
• renew their passport well in advance of international travel. 

Current Processing Times: Processing times have changed several times in 2023. As of November 6, we are processing routine applications in 7-10 weeks, and expedited applications in 3-5 weeks. Processing times begin when we receive your application at a passport agency or center, and do not include mailing times. It may take up to 2 weeks for us to receive your application after you mail it to us, and up to 2 weeks for you to receive your completed passport after we mail it to you.