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How Long Does It Take To Renew A Passport?

Daniel Conner
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UNITED STATES - Don't forget to check the expiration date on your passport before you book that next trip. U.S. passports are good for ten years, so it's easy to overlook when exactly it needs to be renewed; not doing so can result in travel headaches.


How Long Does It Take To Renew A Passport?

 

How Long to Renew A US Passport


 

According to the State Department website, you can count on six to nine weeks for routine processing and three to five weeks if you expedite with a $60 fee. Don't wait - start the renewal process now since you can't travel while your renewal application is being processed. To be safe, ensure your travel documents are valid for at least six months past any international trips you have planned.