You can get your passport expedited within a few weeks to as quickly as the same day.
How long does it take to get a passport expedited?
Expedited Service: 2 to 3 weeks
Apply for expedited service at a post office or other application acceptance facility for the following services:
Apply by mail to expedite a passport renewal.
The processing time for expedited service does not include mailing time. We recommend you use priority mail to send your application form and add the fee for priority delivery of your new passport to your payment.
Urgent Service: Less than 2 weeks
Apply at a regional passport agency or processing center if you need to get your passport in under 2 weeks. This is the fastest way to get a passport. Applications processed at a regional agency are usually processed the same day.
These locations do not accept walk-ins. You must schedule an appointment.
Besides the completed application form and required documents, you also need to present proof of international travel.
Click for reliable expedited passport courier service.
Life or death emergency
You might be eligible for a life-or-death emergency appointment if you must travel internationally within the next 14 days due to the death, imminent death, or a life-threatening illness or injury of an immediate family member living outside the United States. Documentation is required.
Can't get to a regional passport agency?
If you are unable to visit a regional agency because you live too far away or don’t have the time available, you can authorize a third party to submit the application form and pick up the new passport on your behalf.
One way to do this is to use the services of an experienced passport expediter that is registered with the U.S. Department of State.
These are legitimate businesses that provide this service for a fee. The cost will depend on the expediter you choose and how quickly you need to get your passport.
There are more than 200 passport expediting companies registered with the DoS. Our courier directory lists the location, services, fees and reviews for many of them. Based on their many years of experience, multiple locations and X, we recommend Rush My Passport.
How much does it cost to expedite a passport application?
The total cost for expedited passport service includes both the government fees and additional expenses that you might have when applying to expedite your application.
Passport Fees
The total cost of passport fees for an new passport book for an adult is $225 and for a minor is $195. The cost for a renewal is $190. These totals include the expedited service fee but not the $21.36 for 1-2 days delivery of your new passport. See the complete fee schedule here.
Other Expenses
Applicants can incur a variety of other expenses related to expediting a U.S. passport. This can include but is not limited to the following.
- Passport Photo
- Mailing
- Obtaining required documents
- Travel/Transportation
- Lodging
- Parking
For a more detailed discussion of these expenese, visit The Cost of Getting a Passport.
More Passport Expediting Information
- Routine vs. Expedited Passport Service: How to Choose
- 10 Benefits of Expediters
- Avoid Expediting Problems
- Passport Expediting Secrets
- Expedited Passport FAQ
- Expedited Passport Renewal FAQ
- Can You Get a Passport in 24 Hours?
Tips to help applicants avoid mistakes that could lead to delays in the application process.
Top 5 Questions About Expedited Passport Couriers
2. What exactly does a passport expediter do?
3. Are passport expediting services legitimate?
4. How can I identify a reliable passport expeditor?
5. Is expedited passport service worth it? Get answers to these questions and more in our Ultimate U.S. Traveler's Guide to Passport Expediters.
You can also visit our library of articles about passport expediting.
