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:
2022-10-28
Received Date:
2023-01-10
Application Method:
Paper Application
Passport Agency:
I do not know
Experience:
5 Star – Very Easy
Type of Application:
First U.S Adult Passport
Application Date:
2022-11-16
Received Date:
2022-11-23
Application Method:
Paper Application
Passport Agency:
Boston Passport Agency
Experience:
3 Star – Average
Adult Renewal Passport
Type of Application:
Adult Passport Renewal
Application Date:
2020-11-28
Received Date:
2023-01-10
Application Method:
Paper Application
Passport Agency:
Los Angeles Passport Agency
Experience:
5 Star – Very Easy
Type of Application:
Adult Passport Renewal
Application Date:
2022-11-21
Received Date:
2023-01-13
Application Method:
Paper Application
Passport Agency:
National Passport Center
Experience:
4 Star – Easy
Expedited Service
Type of Application:
Expedited Service
Application Date:
2022-12-16
Received Date:
2023-01-12
Application Method:
Paper Application
Passport Agency:
Philadelphia Passport Agency
Experience:
5 Star – Very Easy
Optional Comments:
My passport was not marked as received until December 28th, 12 days after mailing. I received an email saying it was approved less than 2 weeks later on January 10th. This was certainly faster than expected.
First Child Passport (Under 16)
Type of Application:
First Child Passport (Under 16)
Application Date:
2022-12-09
Received Date:
2022-12-13
Application Method:
Paper Application
Passport Agency:
I do not know
Experience:
5 Star – Very Easy
Type of Application:
First Child Passport (Under 16)
Application Date:
2022-10-31
Received Date:
2023-01-14
Application Method:
Paper Application
Passport Agency:
I do not know
Experience:
4 Star – Easy
Optional Comments:
We applied in person at our local post office. They mailed in the paperwork. Routine service.