How long does it take to renew your passport?
Whether you are new or an experienced international traveler — planning an overseas holiday or being sent by the company on a business purpose, there are a few things you need to know about the whole passport renewal process.
If your passport needs to be renewed quickly then there are ways where you can initiate expedited process so that you can renew the passport fast. This includes requesting expedited services by mail, applying at the regional processing center for expedited renewal as well as authorizing a private expedite passport agency to submit the application on your behalf.
The quickness of the renewal procedure will largely depend upon the method you choose to get your passport renewed- therefore you can choose whether to do it yourself or save time by using professional expedite passport renewal services like ETS- the San Diego Expedited US Passport and Visa Services.
Expedite renewal through regional agency
One option to expedite passport renewal is through applying to the regional passport agency. This includes making an appointment by calling the National Passport Information Center and completing the DS-82 form and having passport photo and payment at ready. Most processing centers also require you to submit an evidence of your travel- a travel itinerary or flight tickets will do.
If you are unable to get an appointment and have urgent travel needs, then you can go to the nearest agency without appointment and try submitting the application as a walk-in.
Applications from those without appointments are always accepted, although there is no guarantee- much of it depends on the schedule and the urgency of the passport.
The processing is done in 8 business days to as fast as the same day at these locations.
Emergency passport renewal time
Passport renewal applications can be expedited in just a few business days if you provide proof of immediate travel- particularly if you are travelling for medical emergency or death in the family. Of course, the mail-in applications are not the fastest and not recommended if you want to rush passport renewal.
If you need to leave the country within few business days then make an appointment at the closest regional passport agency and offer proof of reason for travel. The time for processing your application is still dependent on traffic and whether it is the peak of travel season, but sometimes renewed passport books can be returned within 1–3 business days.
ETS Expedited Passport Renewal Services
One of the best options to make one-hundred percent sure that your passport renewal happens on time is by using expedite passport agency like ETS. This is also the safest option if you don’t have a regional passport agency in your area or are not able to travel there during business hours.
You can provide your old passport (not expired for more than 5 years), Form DS-82, passport sized photo and payment- while the agency will take care of the most of time consuming tasks required in passport renewal. In-person applications are processed and attained within two weeks, while paid expediting or emergency takes even less time.
Your passport renewal with expedite passport services such as ETS can be done as quick as within 24 hours and if you have more leg room you can choose for it to be done by a week or more- depending upon the urgency of your need. Service charges will be applicable as per time chosen for renewal.
