Ways to Get Your Passport Faster
The U.S. Government offers a route for expediting passport applications and renewals for a $60 fee. Several companies will also “walk” your passport application or passport renewal application through the system and dramatically decrease the time from applying to having that critical travel document in your hands. It costs considerably more, of course. But, when you discover a spouse’s passport has expired and you're leaving for Europe in three weeks, this option becomes much less expensive than cancelling a trip. (Keep in mind, too, that some countries will not let you in if your passport expires within six months of the date you are traveling.)Where to Go for Detail
You can get your passport faster directly from the U.S. Government by paying an expedite fee and carefully following the directions. You must put “Expedite” on the envelope so the application is routed correctly. It’s also suggested that you include an overnight envelope for the fastest return. For details visit How to Get Your Passport in a Hurry. Specific instructions also will be on the application for your passport or passport renewal.
Here are two companies that expedite passport applications, passport renewals and visas for a fee. The fee depends upon the turn-around time for the document. To learn more about the companies, the length of time in business, their credentials and how to get a passport or visa faster visit Passport Express or call 800-362-8196; and Passports and Visas.com or call 800-860-8610.
