Feedback, experiences, timelines, tips and useful information from people that have recently been through the US passport application process.
1st Adult Passport
Type of Application:
First U.S Adult Passport
Application Date:
2022-11-15
Received Date:
Not Received
Application Method:
Paper Application
Passport Agency:
I do not know
Experience:
1 Star – Very Stressful
Optional Comments:
As of today 16 weeks have passed and I have not received my passport and the online status says:
Application Status: Approved
The U.S. Department of State approved your application for your passport book. We’re now printing your passport book and preparing to give it to you.
You requested routine service when you applied. Routine service can take 8-11 weeks. Our processing times begin the day we receive your application at a passport agency or center, not the day you mail your application or apply at a local acceptance facility. You should receive your passport book on or around 12/27/2022
Type of Application:
First U.S Adult Passport
Application Date:
2023-01-04
Received Date:
2023-03-06
Application Method:
Paper Application
Passport Agency:
I do not know
Experience:
4 Star – Easy
Type of Application:
First U.S Adult Passport
Application Date:
2023-02-15
Received Date:
2023-03-13
Application Method:
Please Select
Passport Agency:
I do not know
Experience:
5 Star – Very Easy
Type of Application:
First U.S Adult Passport
Application Date:
2023-01-07
Received Date:
2023-03-13
Application Method:
Paper Application
Passport Agency:
I do not know
Experience:
3 Star – Average
Optional Comments:
We received our passports and card from Portsmouth, New Hampshire. When we originally applied, it said there would be a 5-8 week wait.
Adult Renewal Passport
Type of Application:
Adult Passport Renewal
Application Date:
2023-01-02
Received Date:
Not Received
Application Method:
Please Select
Passport Agency:
Detroit Passport Agency
Experience:
2 Star – Stressful
Optional Comments:
I renewed my adult passport online January 2, 61 days ago and it has not changed from in-process since January 4. My travel is April 13, so based on the average wait times shared on the State Department site, I didn’t think it was necessary to expedite. I just messaged my congressional representative so we will see if that helps move things along.
Type of Application:
Adult Passport Renewal
Application Date:
2023-01-06
Received Date:
2023-03-13
Application Method:
Online Application
Passport Agency:
Minneapolis Passport Agency
Experience:
1 Star – Very Stressful
Optional Comments:
Submitted passport with 5-7 weeks of wait for regular service. Got my senator involved March 3 and they contacted the pp agency on March 6. Passport shipped the 10th. 100% wouldn’t have it yet had I not gotten my senator involved. DON’T RENEW ONLINE!!!
Expedited Service
Type of Application:
Expedited Service
Application Date:
2023-02-08
Received Date:
2023-03-11
Application Method:
Paper Application
Passport Agency:
I do not know
Experience:
4 Star – Easy
Type of Application:
Expedited Service
Application Date:
2023-02-15
Received Date:
2023-03-11
Application Method:
Paper Application
Passport Agency:
Boston Passport Agency
Experience:
5 Star – Very Easy
Type of Application:
Expedited Service
Application Date:
2023-01-30
Received Date:
2023-03-06
Application Method:
Paper Application
Passport Agency:
Philadelphia Passport Agency
Experience:
2 Star – Stressful
Optional Comments:
I mailed off my expedited application on 1/30 via priority mail. They scanned it into their system on 2/6 and it just sat there until I contacted my local congressman to help expedite it because I had a trip planned to Cabo to drive our things down to our new home a little sooner than expected. Contacted them on Monday 2/27 and conveniently enough had it in my hand Monday 3/6. Thankfully it came in time because we moved out of our house 3/7.
I had a valid passport with 5 more years, just needed to have my name changed since I got married. What a pain. The people aren’t exactly helpful either if you call yourself. Tip: allow yourself as much time as possible!
Type of Application:
Expedited Service
Application Date:
2023-02-13
Received Date:
2023-03-11
Application Method:
Paper Application
Passport Agency:
Arkansas Passport Center
Experience:
4 Star – Easy
Type of Application:
Expedited Service
Application Date:
2023-02-21
Received Date:
2023-03-10
Application Method:
Paper Application
Passport Agency:
New Orleans Passport Center
Experience:
5 Star – Very Easy
Type of Application:
Expedited Service
Application Date:
2023-01-30
Received Date:
2023-03-14
Application Method:
Online Application
Passport Agency:
I do not know
Experience:
2 Star – Stressful
First Child Passport (Under 16)
Type of Application:
First Child Passport (Under 16)
Application Date:
2023-01-17
Received Date:
2023-03-11
Application Method:
Paper Application
Passport Agency:
San Francisco Passport Agency
Experience:
3 Star – Average
Type of Application:
First Child Passport (Under 16)
Application Date:
2023-01-23
Received Date:
2023-03-13
Application Method:
Paper Application
Passport Agency:
National Passport Center
Experience:
3 Star – Average
Optional Comments:
Application arrived at center on 01/26/2023
Type of Application:
First Child Passport (Under 16)
Application Date:
2023-01-18
Received Date:
2023-03-14
Application Method:
Paper Application
Passport Agency:
Atlanta Passport Agency
Experience:
4 Star – Easy
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