How Much Does an Emergency Passport Cost?

An emergency passport costs more than one you get by routine processing. You probably expected that. The question is how much more? The answer is that it depends. Since you are in a hurry (You are in need of an emergency passport, aren't you?), I will try to be brief.

First there is an application fee. For a new passport or to replace a lost or stolen one, the  fee is $110 for adults and $80 for minors. Unless you only need to get a passport card. Then, the fees are $30 for an adult and $20 for minors.

The application fee for a renewal is $110. Minors cannot renew a passport so this does not apply to them. Added visa pages now costs $82. There is no fee for a name change if it is requested within the first year following its issuance. Otherwise, the applicant has to pay the renewal fee of $110.

There is an execution fee for new passports. It is $25. This is paid to the agent at the application acceptance facility. Since you are requesting an emergency passport, it is necessary to pay the expedited service fee of $60.

If you are sending your application by mail, there is the added expense of an express mail delivery method.

Now, if you need to visit a regional passport agency or use a professional expediter, there are even more expenses. Regional agencies are located in only 18 major cities and serve American citizens who must get a passport in less than two weeks. Traveling to the agency will cost both money and time. You will need to pay for transportation and probably food since it will take most of the day. If you drive, parking will be another expenses.

As you can see, going to the regional agency to get your passport expedited can cost you quite a bit. It may be less expensive to have a competent expediting service submit your application for you. Fees for this service start at $65 and go up to $299 for same day passport processing.

New York Passport Renewal

New York residents can get a passport renewal by mail if they do not require expedited services within two weeks and meet the criteria established by the U.S. Department of State Consular Services. What are the requirements for getting a passport renewed?

First of all, you must be in possession of your most recently issued passport and it cannot be damaged. Travelers who have lost their passports or whose passports have been damaged cannot apply by mail. Also, the passport had to be issued no more than 15 years ago and you had to be age 16 or older when you received it.

Anyone who meets the criteria listed above can submit the passport renewal application form DS-82 along with their most recent passport, two passport photos and payment of fees to the address on the application by mail.

Unless you request expedited service, your application will take 4 to 6 weeks to process. Expediting a passport renewal by mail can get your travel document delivered to you in 2 to 3 weeks. Need to get it faster?

New York residents can obtain emergency passport renewals as quickly as the same day if they can submit proof of urgent travel plans. This can be accomplished in one of two ways. Either you set up an appointment and visit the New York Passport Agency or submit the application through a reliable expediting service provider.

Both routes have a cost. The DIY route will cost you quite a bit of time - calling to set up an appointment (usually it takes numerous attempts), traveling to the regional agency, parking (if you drive), waiting in line, food (it may take a while) and did I mention waiting. The agency is not open on weekends or late in the evening which might mean you have to miss a day of work so factor that in, too.

Expediters' fees run from about $65 for getting your passport in 10 business days to $299 for same day service. There are other options available. Only you can decide if it is worth it or not. Calculate your expenses for doing it yourself. Don't forget to determine a value for your time. It is worth something, right? Then compare with what an expediting service charges. This will give you a more accurate idea of which is the better deal.

If you opt for a professional expediting service, I recommend It's Easy Passport. They are located in New York and are the only service I know of that has had zero complaints registered with the Better Business Bureau.

For more information about emergency passport renewals, visit It's Easy Passport.

New York Passport Expediting

New York passport expediting services can be obtained a few different ways. You can request expedited service at an application acceptance facility when applying for a new passport or by mail when submitting an application for a renewal, name change, replacement or added visa pages.

There is an additional fee of $60 for expedited service that should be sent with your application and supporting document. You should inform the agent at the New York passport office where you apply to expedite the process when applying for a new passport. All requests by mail should be sent to a special address for expedited applications that can be found on the form. It is recommended that you write the word "expedite" on the envelope.

Expediting a passport application by this method takes 2-3 weeks. American citizens who need their travel document more quickly, can use one of the following methods.

The New York Passport Agency expedites same day passports for U.S. citizens who are required to travel within two weeks. Those who also need to obtain a travel visa can apply at the regional agency four weeks prior to their scheduled departure. Submitting a passport application at the New York agency requires you first set up an appointment by calling the toll-free appointment system at 1-877-487-2778. The agency is located at 376 Hudson Street in New York City.

It is important when applying at the New York passport agency that you arrive a few minutes early in order to pass through the security check. Also, you should verify that you have all the required forms and documents so that you do not have to re-schedule your appointment. Your appointment confirmation number or Social Security card is needed in order to be permitted entrance.

If you do not have the time to schedule an appointment, travel to the agency and wait in line, you can submit the application through a professional passport expediter. Expediters have daily access to the New York passport agency and can get your application processed as fast as the same day. A well-established expediting service in New York is It's Easy Passport.

International travelers who find themselves in need of express passport service can be certain that they can get their travel documents quickly by choosing any of the above New York passport expediting services.

New York Passport Agency Expedited Passport Service

The New York Passport Agency offers expedited passport service for American citizens who have emergency travel needs and must obtain a passport fast. Applicants can get a passport as quickly as the same day when they submit an application at the New York Passport Agency.

To begin the process, you first have to schedule an appointment by calling the National Passport Information Center at 1-877-487-2778. This is an automated system so it operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This system serves all the U.S. Department of State regional passport agencies so it can take a while to get through, especially during peak travel periods.

The New York Passport Agency is located at 376 Hudson Street in the Greater New York Federal Building. You will stop by the information desk to get a queue number once you pass through the security screening and metal detectors.  You only receive a number after you present you confirm your appointment and present evidence of imminent travel plans.

You can confirm you appointment by presenting your Appointment Confirmation Number or Social Security Card. It is necessary to present evidence of your travel plans because the New York Passport Agency only processes application for U.S. citizens who need a passport expedited because they must depart within two weeks. You can submit your application form if your departure is up to four weeks away as long as you also need to get a travel visa stamped in your passport.

There are other locations to get a passport in New York City. The one you choose will depend on where you live and whether you need your passport expedited or not. You can click the link for a document containing a list of places that people in New York can get a passport.

Where to Get a Passport in New York