Latest U.S Passport Processing Times
We calculate our averages from data received from recent US Passport applicants. If you have applied for your passport and want to know how long it takes you can the averages below are updated daily to give you a good idea how long it may take to get your passport.
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How long does it take to get a passport?
The averages below display how long is takes to get a passport. The average passport wait time is shown in calendar days. It is calculated from data we receive from recent passport applicants via our website and social media platforms. The average shown is from when the passport application is sent until the passport is received by the applicant. The average passport wait time is updated daily.
Average passport wait times updated daily.
US Passport Waiting Times (standard application):
1st Adult Application:
Average wait time: 23 days
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Adult Passport Renewal
Average wait time: 20 days
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Child Passport
Average wait time: 24 days
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US Passport Waiting Times (expedited application):
1st Adult Application:
Average wait time: 15 days
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Adult Passport Renewal
Average wait time: 14 days
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Child Passport
Average wait time: 15 days
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