Where you apply depends on when you need your U.S. passport.
Please Note: The instructions below are for those applying inside the United States. For information on how to apply for a U.S. passport outside the United States, please visit Apply Outside the United States.
| My Travel Date | My Reason for Travel | Service I Want | My Processing Times | Next Steps? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Right now | I have a life-or-death emergency | Life-or-Death Emergency Service | Within 72 hours (3 business days) | See our "Life-or- Death Emergencies" page to learn if you are eligible. |
| Less than 4 weeks from today | I have urgent international travel plans within 72 hours (3 business days). | Expedited at an Agency or Center | Within 72 hours (3 business days) | An extremely limited number of appointments are available for customers who are traveling internationally in the next 72 hours (3 business days). Restrictions apply. |
| In the next 4-10 weeks | (No reason needed) | Expedited | 4-6 weeks | Expedite at an acceptance facility or expedite a renewal by mail |
| More than 10 weeks from today | (No reason needed) | Routine | 10-12 weeks | Apply at an acceptance facility or renew by mail |
Visit the Online Passport Appointment System or
Call 1-877-487-2778 or TDD/TTY 1-888-874-7793. Available 24/7. Se habla español.
