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Expedited Service
Type of Application:
Expedited Service
Application Date:
2023-04-03
Received Date:
2023-05-11
Application Method:
Paper Application
Passport Agency:
Arkansas Passport Center
Experience:
5 Star – Very Easy
Optional Comments:
This was expedited adult renewal that was mailed via USPS. Application was received on 4/9/2023 and we paid for next day shipping.
Type of Application:
Expedited Service
Application Date:
2023-03-27
Received Date:
2023-05-11
Application Method:
Paper Application
Passport Agency:
New Orleans Passport Center
Experience:
2 Star – Stressful
Optional Comments:
Expedited adult renewal:
Mailed on 3/27
Received for processing on 3/29
Shipped on 5/10
In hand on 5/11
Total time: a little over 6 weeks
After seeing all the news about the long waits after we booked our flight, we were very nervous. We had already paid for expedited service and express shipping. But as our travel date got closer (end of May), we contacted our representative. We filled out the forms they sent us, but I’m not sure if it helped since they never responded after we sent the forms back.
We are still waiting for our kids passports. We had to wait even longer to submit their application as we couldn’t find an in-person appointment until April 4. Really hoping they get here in time!!!
Type of Application:
Expedited Service
Application Date:
2023-04-03
Received Date:
2023-05-11
Application Method:
Paper Application
Passport Agency:
I do not know
Experience:
5 Star – Very Easy
Optional Comments:
This was expedited first child (16-17) renewal that was submitted in person. Application was received on 4/11/2023 and we paid for next day shipping.
Type of Application:
Expedited Service
Application Date:
2023-04-03
Received Date:
2023-05-11
Application Method:
Paper Application
Passport Agency:
I do not know
Experience:
5 Star – Very Easy
Optional Comments:
This was expedited first child (under 16) renewal that was submitted in person. Application was received on 4/11/2023 and we paid for next day shipping. Passport shipped out of Tucson, Arizona.
Type of Application:
Expedited Service
Application Date:
2023-04-13
Received Date:
2023-05-13
Application Method:
Paper Application
Passport Agency:
I do not know
Experience:
4 Star – Easy
Optional Comments:
Submitted minor paper application on 4/13/2023.
In Process on 4/18/2023
Approved on 5/12/2023
Received no later than 5/15/2023
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