Ever since the US Government passed new laws requiring passports for all travel out of the country, passport applications have been at an all-time high. This Is especially true for those travellers visiting Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean. The US passport agency is severely backlogged; what used to take 4-6 weeks to process, now can take 3 months or longer. And making use of the government's "rush"
service provides no guarantee of getting your passport for weeks.
Passport expediting services exist to fill this gap. By paying a service fee (that varies, according to when you need your passport), you can receive your new or renewed passport in as little as 24 hours. This is an invaluable service for those people who have a vacation or trip planned in the near future, and can't afford to take a chance that their passport will be processed in time.
Of course, not all passport expediting services are created equal. There are a number of features to consider when looking for a passport expediting service. Some of these include:
• Turnaround time. You want to make sure the passport service can deliver your passport in time for your trip.
• Cost. There is a wide variety of costs depending on when you need your passport. Make sure you don't overpay for faster service than you really need.
• Customer Service. Is the staff knowledgeable? Do they offer helpful information to explain the passport application process?
We hope you find this information valuable in addressing your passport needs!
