Online Passport Renewal Service by U.S. State Department
The U.S. State Department is bringing back a trial service to renew passports online, with limited daily applications accepted. The processing times for online renewals are the same as for mail renewals.
Key Points
- Online passport renewal service reintroduced by U.S. State Department
- Limited number of daily applications accepted
- Processing times for online renewals same as for mail renewals
Pros
- Convenience for U.S. travelers to renew passports online
- Limited daily applications to manage system capacity
Cons
- Initial restricted rollout for certain times
- Program was paused indefinitely in March 2023