Can we use the same appointment slot?

No. Each person needs their own appointment, but you can request back-to-back slots at the same agency on the same day.

What if we can't get same-day appointments?

Book the earliest available consecutive appointments. Processing time is the same regardless of appointment date - 5-7 business days from when you submit.

Do we both need to be present for both appointments?

Each person only needs to attend their own appointment, but you can accompany each other. The non-applicant can wait outside the processing area.

What counts as proof of urgent travel?

Flight confirmations, hotel bookings, cruise tickets, or business travel documentation showing travel within 14 days. Screenshots work, but printed copies are preferred.

How to Renew Passports Quickly as a Couple for Urgent Travel

Book expedited service appointments at the same passport agency on the same day, pay the $230 per person ($60 application + $35 execution + $135 expedite fee), and bring proof of urgent travel. You'll get passports in 5-7 business days instead of 6-8 weeks.

Determine your timeline and eligibility. Check passport expiration dates for both of you. If expired less than 5 years ago, you can renew by mail (Form DS-82). If expired more than 5 years or damaged, you need in-person appointments (Form DS-11). For travel within 14 days, you need a passport agency appointment.
Gather all documents for both passports. Each person needs: current expired passport, Form DS-82 (renewal) or DS-11 (new), one passport photo, $95 renewal fee or $165 new passport fee, plus $135 expedite fee each. Print flight confirmations or hotel bookings as proof of urgent travel.
Schedule appointments strategically. Call 1-877-487-2778 at 8 AM Eastern when lines open. Request same-day appointments at the same agency. If unavailable, book the earliest consecutive days possible. Have both people's information ready - names, dates of birth, and travel dates.
Attend appointments together. Arrive 15 minutes early with all documents organized in separate folders. Both people must be present for their individual appointments. Bring exact payment - agencies accept checks, money orders, or credit cards but not cash.
Track and pickup. You'll receive tracking numbers for overnight delivery. Passports arrive in 5-7 business days to the address you provide. Pay extra $19.53 per passport for overnight return shipping if needed sooner.

Can we use the same appointment slot?: No. Each person needs their own appointment, but you can request back-to-back slots at the same agency on the same day.
What if we can't get same-day appointments?: Book the earliest available consecutive appointments. Processing time is the same regardless of appointment date - 5-7 business days from when you submit.
Do we both need to be present for both appointments?: Each person only needs to attend their own appointment, but you can accompany each other. The non-applicant can wait outside the processing area.
What counts as proof of urgent travel?: Flight confirmations, hotel bookings, cruise tickets, or business travel documentation showing travel within 14 days. Screenshots work, but printed copies are preferred.