Going Abroad? US Government Says Passport Waits Top 3 Months

Going Abroad? US Government Says Passport Waits Top 3 Months
A U.S. Passport cover in Washington on May 25, 2021. Eileen Putman/AP Photo
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WASHINGTON—Americans hoping to travel abroad this summer may have to delay their plans if they need new or renewed passports.

The State Department said Wednesday that the wait for a passport is now between 12 weeks and 18 weeks, even if you pay for expedited processing. That’s because of ripple effects from the coronavirus pandemic that caused extreme disruptions to the process at domestic issuance facilities and overseas embassies and consulates.