Feedback, experiences, timelines, tips and useful information from people that have recently been through the US passport application process.
Adult Renewal Passport
Type of Application:
Adult Passport Renewal
Application Date:
2022-06-07
Received Date:
2022-07-19
Passport Agency:
I do not know
Experience:
5 Star – Very Easy
Optional Comments:
Overall time from mailing to receipt of passport. Mailed to U.S. embassy in Paris.
Expedited Service
Type of Application:
Expedited Service
Application Date:
2022-06-27
Received Date:
2022-07-23
Passport Agency:
Philadelphia Passport Agency
Experience:
4 Star – Easy
Optional Comments:
I sent my passport to Philadelphia, PA per Priority Express Mail and was documented as received on 6/29/2022. I also opted for Express mail for the delivery to me.
Type of Application:
Expedited Service
Application Date:
2022-06-21
Received Date:
2022-07-21
Passport Agency:
Arkansas Passport Center
Experience:
3 Star – Average
Optional Comments:
Getting the appointment was the most difficult/stressful part. Processed three passports for my kids (<16 yes old) on expedited basis.
Type of Application:
Expedited Service
Application Date:
2022-06-17
Received Date:
2022-07-21
Passport Agency:
Boston Passport Agency
Experience:
3 Star – Average
Optional Comments:
Passport status did not change for 4 weeks, contacted my congressman 07/18/22, application approved 07/19/2022, status changed to shipped 07/19/22 later that day, and shipped that evening. received passport 07/21/2022.
Type of Application:
Expedited Service
Application Date:
2022-06-27
Received Date:
2022-07-20
Passport Agency:
I do not know
Experience:
5 Star – Very Easy
Type of Application:
Expedited Service
Application Date:
2022-06-30
Received Date:
2022-07-23
Passport Agency:
I do not know
Experience:
5 Star – Very Easy
First Child Passport (Under 16)
Type of Application:
First Child Passport (Under 16)
Application Date:
2022-05-25
Received Date:
2022-07-21
Passport Agency:
New York Passport Agency
Experience:
4 Star – Easy