Get Your U.S. Passport FAST | Quick Guide (Renewals & Applications)

Need to get your U.S. Passport fast? Whether you're applying for the first time or rushing to renew an expired passport, this quick guide has you covered. Learn how to slash U.S. passport processing times and navigate the maze of renewals and new applications like a pro. From expedited services to urgent travel scenarios, discover insider tips to get your American passport quickly and hit the road sooner!
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0:00 Get A U.S. Passport FAST
1:30 When to Renew Your U.S. Passport by Mail
2:17 When to Apply for a U.S. Passport in Person
2:32 Where to Apply for a U.S. Passport
2:57 U.S. Passport Processing Speeds
3:15 #1 Routine Passport Renewal
4:10 #2 Expedited Passport Renewal
4:40 What if I Need my Passport Even FASTER?
4:56 Passport Agency vs. Passport Acceptance Facility
5:50 #3 Urgent Passport Renewal
6:15 #4 Emergency Passport Renewal
6:55 Real-life U.S. Passport Example
7:26 Rush My Passport
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[@kfelix2934]

I did my last passport renewal while out of the USA, while in Malabo Dos at the US embassy. I had to make a appointment, drop my renewal off , plus fees in US currency, release my current passport. I think from start to finish it was like 3-4weeks and the cool thing, I didn't need to make a followup appointment just only needed to call 24hour ahead to have the passport delivered to the security building, where they match. you and your passport , and they hand it over after signing. I was very impressed on how the Embassy handle my renewal. Tip if you do a lot of international travel for business, get the large book to get more pages. I was literally running out of space in my standard booklet.

[@Asya.Pereltsvaig]

You guys do a great job communicating information clearly and concisely. Thank you!

[@rafaeldv2004]

Thank You… I’m actually trying to determine what to do for my next trip!!!

[@HannahSachie]

Thank you. Very helpful for expedited passport updates

[@maarkustyndale3862]

This was a very helpful video, thank you so much for taking the time to make it 🙏❤️

[@kmcphotographytx6396]

Need to update mine. Thanks for the reminder!

[@larryfromwisconsin9970]

Thanks for the help. Just a story from my past, I was a Department of Defense Civilian Contractor in Afghanistan in 2005 and then an expat in Thailand in 2006. I cannot count the number of times a coworker or friend let their passport expire while abroad. Obviously they needed to go to the US Embassy. And seldom was the process completed the same day. A nightmare.

[@ScarlettBegonia]

Very informative and consise, thank you!

[@abelreturnstoeden2130]

Great job!!! Thank you so very much! 😻

[@tomacontrol9456]

Thank you for the information in this video.

[@rushmypassport]

Very informative, thank you for sharing!

[@ninjawaver]

Very informative! Thank you!

[@007cheburashka]

FYI - as of October / November 2023, got mine via expedited mail renewal in exactly 2 weeks from filing. I paid for the fast shipping and I also used priority mail to send the renewal application. Def allow the full amount of time they quote before planning travel just to be safe, but looks like the passport office is finally catching up.

[@713-Jacob]

I got mine in 4 weeks and for my first time

[@VontaeYT]

@@713-Jacobhow did you do it? Help me please😔

[@pamrudd579]

@713-Jacob Did you pay extra and have it expedited?

[@713-Jacob]

@@pamrudd579 no I got the regular one

[@mrados81]

Do you mind expanding on how you went about your renewal? I'm traveling to Japan in mid March and need to renew my passport and can't imagine I have to drive all the way down to Miami to handle this....

[@raquellewallace]

This video was super helpful, thank you so much for laying out the information so clearly! have a lovely day! :)🎉

[@awaytogether]

Thank you, we're making more helpful videos soon! :)

[@scorpjitsu]

Leave it to the US Govt to rely on private sector business to do their jobs better!

[@snottyman]

😂 nah fr

[@natetorres7614]

DO NOT USE RUSH MY PASSPORT IT IS A SCAM! The post office will tell you themselves that no one can submit that information besides them. The only real service they provide is filing out your DS-11 form electronically, but you can literally print it out from a 2 second google search for free and fill it out yourself. I paid $400 for two passports to be rushed in 3-4 weeks, but they literally cannot provide any faster service than the actual post office, which you HAVE to go through regardless. They say this themselves. I am immediately going to call my bank right now to try and dispute the charges, this is not only a useless service, but a scam company which you will give ALL of you information to including your social security number if you use them. Just google “is rush my passport a scam” and all the search results confirm. WHAT YOU ACTUALLY NEED TO GET YOUR PASSPORT FOR THE FIRST TIME is a valid drivers license or ID, your actual birth certificate not a copy or pdf, a passport photo which you can have taken at the post office to meet their specific requirements (you can do this the same day you go in to order your passport), a blank check for you to fill out there to pay (they don’t take card, cashiers check or money order only), and a filled out ds-11 form which is a 1 page form asking for your basic contact info, address, date of birth, SSN, and parents birth info if you have it (not needed, optional). Then just take all of these things to a post office (you may book an appointment on the post office website if you’d like) and they will give you the option to rush it. I just went today, did exactly this, and had 0 problems. Now I have to disput the useless charge for rushmypassport with my bank. When it comes to getting your passport, ID, or any other government issued form, DO NOT give a penny to anyone besides the government. These are NOT outsourced processes, anything claiming to be is 100% a scam regardless of who endorses it.

[@GildaLopezaliaga]

They can’t. It is a matter of national security

[@scorpjitsu]

@@GildaLopezaliaga TSA is no more secure than 3 short dudes pretending to be a tall dude in a trenchcoat...

[@tiffanybarnes3831]

​@@scorpjitsu😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@paulamcfall]

Thank you👍

[@michaelhorgan9525]

Current timelines on or after November 6 2023, are 7-10 weeks for routine or 3-5 weeks for Expedited.

[@shezanhemdani4809]

Thank you, very helpful video. I have been working with Rush my passport but the service is horrible I ended up using A-Passport & Visa service in New York. These guys are very helpful got my passport in 3 days. Sharing this so that you would know who to go with :-)

[@curtiserecacho1401]

Did you get a new passport or renew? Thanks 🙏🏾

[@shezanhemdani4809]

@@curtiserecacho1401 I had applied for both actually, renewal for myself and new for my family member. Both were done in 3 business days, complete stress free.

[@shezanhemdani4809]

@@curtiserecacho1401 I had applied for both actually, renewal for me and new for a family member. Got both the passports in 3 business days.

[@CUBACHINA1986]

How much did u pay?

[@shezanhemdani4809]

@@CUBACHINA1986 I wanted in super rush fashion but they have low processing day option for $290 I guess. Its a decade expense without any hassle, so it a good investment.

[@dennisdesouza4950]

Awesome information! Thanks for the expidited phone #!!!! no otehr videos had such detailed info!

[@derekschinke2512]

Expedited service took me 3 weeks

[@jamesbankhead117]

For a renewal ? Thanks for answering

[@nicolabrown2766]

Did you mail it in or do it in person

[@devonashwa7977]

thank you bro i was stressing my asss off

[@LeannaRuthJensen]

Good info. I learned that you can let your passport be expired too long. Thanks

[@awaytogether]

Thanks! I actually learned that through researching for this video as well!

[@michaelblazegutierrez8216]

Literally my problem. Expired more than 15 yrs and I am overseas. Cant go back

[@philipbuckley759]

in Mx one has to mail in the passport, as it seems impossible to get an apt, at the Consulate.....

[@ericinla65]

MY CORPORATION got mine in 3 weeks.

[@inevitablestar3472]

Was it expedited process???

[@hothotheat3000]

Just make sure your passport is valid for the six month window before booking flights. You don’t want to risk being denied entry into a country.

[@nextartvlog]

How much they charge

[@ezekielkefas5047]

Getting it was easier

[@telcobilly]

Great, clear video! I need to renew my passport before Sept '24. I will renew mine while in the US but I need to keep my old passport due to my Philippines 13A stamp needing to be transferred when I return there this year. How can I do that? Thanks

[@michaelhorgan9525]

You would need to contact the PI embassy or Consulate in the US but a lot of countries let you bring 2 passports as long as you have a valid stamp in an expired passport.

[@SharonHughes-mn8ky]

Thanks for the help. If I pay for the application expedited return, will I need to be home to sign for the package or will the mail carrier leave the new passport in my mailbox with my regular mail? Thanks.

[@michaelhorgan9525]

I believe you have to sign it, but you could sign up for Informed Delivery and maybe have the post office hold it for you, until you can pick it up at a time that works for you.

[@SherryXShi]

how to check if the passport is real or fake?

[@DominicVictoria]

For the emergency one, do you get an actual passport or is it the thinner purple one that says Emergency on it?

[@michaelhorgan9525]

Agencies give out a regular passport.

[@pluviophile1988]

Bro just tell me how to get it

[@islndaze]

Question, If I already have a passport ID but want to also buy a Passport book, do I need to apply for the book the same way I got my ID? or is there a faster process since I already have an ID?

[@michaelhorgan9525]

You can use a DS-82. Fill out a DS-82 marked for book and staple in a 2x2" photo. Include a check or money order for $130 (add $60 for expedited processing and 1-2 day shipping is available for only $19.53. Please include your passport card in the envelope and preferably use a priority or priority express envelope.

[@verde629]

So if my passport was issued in 2005 I have to go in person? And dies it take long in person ? I’m flying in ja January hopefully

[@michaelhorgan9525]

You would need to go in person if it was not issued in the last 15 years. You can use your old expired passport in lieu of a proof of citizenship document so no need for birth certificate/certificate of citizenship/CRBA/Naturalization certificate. If it was a child or 5 year passport it would have to be renewed in person regardless.

[@wavygoods877]

How was I able to get schedule my appointment in Tucson online within 14 days of travel? On their website there is no mention of 3-5 days before international travel?

[@michaelhorgan9525]

14 days is what you would normally schedule but before that you would need an appointment a few days before travel but could schedule it for up to a couple of weeks before travel date.

[@solovtv9209]

So we don’t need to send socials sec card or birth certificate to renew ?

[@michaelhorgan9525]

No you do not need to. Just include your last 10 year (ADULT) passport issued in the last 15 years, DS-82 w/compliant photo stapled and a check or money order for $130 to the U.S. Department of State. You can also add $60 to the $130 if you want it expedited processing. For another $19.53 you can get your new book mailed to you with 1-2 day shipping. I recommend using a Priority or Priority Express Envelope when mailing to the state department as those are prepaid and you get a tracking number.

[@BigCobb23]

@@michaelhorgan9525what if you lost it too

[@ccruz1814]

Great and clear information… thanks. 👍👏

[@myrague]

I was able to make an appointment online to one of the passport agencies

[@Luxsp]

How much was the cost for this expedited service?

[@BigCobb23]

@@Luxsphate when ppl don’t comment back or answer questions like what was the point to comment on the post

[@Luxsp]

@@BigCobb23I agree a 100%

[@muhamedjabbi6493]

Does anybody have any idea why they could possibly put your applications on hold when you’re applying for the first time, and they wouldn’t tell you anything about what’s going wrong with your application? I helped a friend with his application and he is actually mad at me thinking that I did some mistakes, because it’s had almost 7 week since we’ve applied. Expedited.

[@curtiserecacho1401]

What did you use? Expedite or?

[@A_a_r_o_n]

Can I use my passport card and renew for book and new card?

[@michaelhorgan9525]

Yes you can do that via a DS-82.

[@user-dl5hs2ez9p]

3:03 starts. You're welcome

[@alejandrolucero147]

So once I get the application fill it out then I mail it to where ?

[@michaelhorgan9525]

You would mail it if you are renewing. First time applicants or long term expired/child passports (passport issued after 15 years or 5 year or child passports) need to be done at an acceptance facility such as a post office or government building. You can also use a Passport agency for fast service.

[@mercyp7151]

I'm really skeptical of mailing my precious passport in. Is it safe? Also note to anyone who doesn't have other ID - get additional state ID before mailing in your passport.

[@awaytogether]

It is safe - but I agree, very nerve wracking!

[@Bgmutza]

I did my renewal expedited by mail and, though I definitely nervously checked the website every day, it was no problem at all.

[@kivy5257]

@@BgmutzaI’m curious how long it took from the time you mailed it in until you ended up receiving it back in the mail using the expedited service. Thank you 😊

[@Barsvisualized]

It’s just paper. If you’re scared, go to Church.

[@curtiserecacho1401]

@@BgmutzaDid you use Rush my passport or ?

[@Graybeard_]

My passport was issued 14 years ago and expired 4 years ago. I meet all the requirements to renew by mail, but my one question is about the passport photo. I have changed a lot (looks) since my now expired passport photo. Do I get new photos and include them in the mail?

[@michaelhorgan9525]

Yes you will need a new photo as the DS-82 says the photo has to be current (in the last 6 months). There is an area on the DS-82 where you can staple the photo.

[@user-mz1ru4qh1e]

Can I renew my passport before 8 months?

[@michaelhorgan9525]

Yes

[@piicaachoo]

Hello! Need your advice!!! I sent my renewal passport since June 27'2023 until today April 4' 2024 i have not received my passport yet nor heard from them...i checked online it said "status unavailable" what should i do? I tried to call but i can't get anyone reply...please help🙏🙏🙏 sheend'pianist

[@michaelhorgan9525]

Contact your Congress person.

[@piicaachoo]

@@michaelhorgan9525 Thank so much Michael! I will do that tomorrow🙏🙏🙏 sheend'pianist

[@grasshopper1153]

you should be given a passport at birth as a US Citizen. what is with all the hassle?

[@houserental5424]

We have an incompetent bureaucracy

[@michaelhorgan9525]

Why give something out for people who have no real use for them. Not everybody in the US needs or wants a Passport.

[@grasshopper1153]

@@michaelhorgan9525 why not make life easy for everybody? In fact, why do we need passports at all in a digital age?

[@LuiVee_.]

Capitalism

[@CUBACHINA1986]

I agree it's so annoying 😤

[@nene49er19]

Do you have to show proof you have a trip coming up😂?

[@awaytogether]

Yes!

[@vinaybhardwaj9265]

I followed your steps to get the US passport and they denied it. Even when I showed them the US visa on my passport.

[@awaytogether]

What do you mean?

[@vinaybhardwaj9265]

@@awaytogether I was trying to be funny. The joke was I applied for a US passport even though I am not a citizen.

[@awaytogether]

@@vinaybhardwaj9265 haha got it!

[@pluviophile1988]

Wtf 6 months after its been valid??? Whats the point of getting a passport in time for a trip??

[@michaelhorgan9525]

Some countries do allow a passport that is valid for the trip. Check with your country that you are going to travel for the most accurate information.

[@thundergrace]

This is terrible...i need my birth certificate and or passport for a job FAST! URGENT!

[@michaelhorgan9525]

VitalChek is pretty fast for birth certificates if you order them with UPS shipping.

[@clauzone03]

What is wrong with that department? It is 2014! We should instead hire Amazon for this function -> renewal would only take 3 days (upload your picture and a picture of your old passport and voila! 3 days later you get it in the mail!! AI government is sorely needed!!!

[@michaelhorgan9525]

We had online renewal once but it was having too many issues, so it was scrapped (for now).

[@Chadwick805]

U stalll bad

[@elliotkaplin1779]

Can i lie and say emergency for a dead relative ?????? Seriously

[@michaelhorgan9525]

For those appointments you need proof and it has to be an immediate family member or spouse.

[@michaelhorgan9525]

You can contact the state department for an urgent appointment around a couple of weeks before travel. You need to include proof of travel but you can get same day service. You may have to travel to an agency as there might not be one in your state or appointments might not be available in your city.

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[@DINO_DRAWS]

Finally straight to the point video! clear and concise 🫡