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The Department of State advises Americans worldwide, and especially in the Middle East, to exercise increased caution.
Americans in the Middle East:
Americans in the Middle East should follow the latest guidance from the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate and can contact the U.S. Department of State to receive information or assistance.
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Passport News and Alerts
Apr 23, 2026
Special Passport Acceptance Fairs
Passport acceptance facilities like post offices, clerks of court, and libraries have special passport fairs across the United States to help you get your passport. Adults who are first-time applicants and all children can apply early and avoid the rush!
Oct 3, 2025
U.S. Passports and REAL ID
The U.S. passport book and passport card are both REAL ID compliant.
Processing Times
Routine:
4-6 weeks*
Expedited:
2-3 weeks and an extra $60*
*Consider the total time it will take to get a passport when you are booking travel.
Processing times
only include the time your application is at a passport agency or center.
It may take
up to 2 weeks for applications to arrive
at a passport agency or center. It may take
up to 2 weeks for you to receive a completed passport
after we print it.
Processing times + mailing times = total time to get a passport
Urgent Travel:
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page.
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