Important Updates on Passport Processing
Monday, November 6, 2023
The Department of State is committed to providing the best possible service for our passport customers.
We encourage all Americans to:
check their passport expiration date before making plans for international travel, and
renew their passport well in advance of international travel.
Current Processing Times: Processing times have changed several times in 2023. As of November 6, we are processing routine applications in 7-10 weeks, and expedited applications in 3-5 weeks. Processing times begin when we receive your application at a passport agency or center, and do not include mailing times.