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Most of the time, passport processing proceeds without any problems. Every once in a while, though, travelers run into complications after they have mailed off their passport application for processing. Perhaps you need to get your new passport back earlier because you’ve realized you need to a get a visa for your trip, or perhaps your application is held up because of a tax debt you’ve now cleared. Perhaps you just want to make sure your application has been received, and hasn’t been lost in the mail! How can you find out the status of your application? Who can you call for help?
The best way to prevent problems before they occur, and to always be able to know exactly what’s going on with your passport application, is to use a passport expediting service. Not only will they get your passport completed and back in your hands as quickly as possible, but they are on top of your application’s status every step of the way. You’ll be able to talk to a service representative and get a status check any time you want! If anything unusual happens with your passport service, the service agents can speak directly to the Passport Agency on your behalf and resolve the issue fast.
If you have submitted your passport application on your own by mail, read on for our expert tips on how to get the help you need.
How to Check the Status of Your Passport Application
The US State Department has an online status check feature for passport applications submitted by mail. Application status is generally available online 7-10 days after you submit your application. To check your status, you’ll need to input your last name, birth date, and the last four digits of your Social Security Number. However, this online status check can’t do much other than confirm that your application has been received and is in process.