I am traveling a 8 days to India and would need my passport renewal within the next week. I see many services that expedite passport renewal. Are they reliable? Can I do the same thing by going directly to the passport office? I am based in New York City.
2006-08-04 08:39:28 · 5 answers · asked by Charley C 1 in Travel ➔ Travel (General) ➔ Other - Destinations
They have expedited processing of passports in US Post Offices but it will cost you at least double of what you would usually pay. (still not more than a coulple of hundred dollars)
2006-08-04 10:52:59 · answer #1 · answered by seetheglobey 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you might see if you can get an appointment at the NYC passport center. the phone number is shown below. also be sure that your visa is in order. you may need another appointment at the Indian consulate in NYC.
National Passport Information Center
This is the only official U.S. Government website for passport information. If you have a travel emergency, please call the National Passport Information Center to speak to a Customer Service Representative. Website for Passport Information.
Telephone Number: 1-877-4USA-PPT (1-877-487-2778)
TDD/TTY: 1-888-874-7793. Telephone number for customers with telecommunication devices for the hearing impaired.
Customer Service Representatives and Operators for TDD/TTY are available Monday-Friday, 7 a.m. to midnight, Eastern Time, excluding federal holidays.
Automated Information available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you have a travel emergency, please call the Center to speak with a customer service representative. Do not e-mail.
If you have already applied for a U.S. passport and would like to check the status of your application online, click here.
If you would like to request the status of your application by email, click here.
If you would like to email the National Passport Information Center for a general question regarding passports, click here
INDIA - *Passport and visa required. Tourist visas require 1 application form, 2 photos, proof of sufficient funds, onward/return ticket, and $150 fee. Visa must be obtained before arrival. Include prepaid envelope for return of passport by certified mail. HIV test required for all students and anyone over 18 staying 1 year or more; U.S. test from well-known lab accepted. For information about business visas and other requirements, consult the Embassy of India, 2536 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20008 (202/939-9806/9899) or the nearest Consulate General: Chicago (312/595-0405), Houston (713-626-2355), New York (212/774-0600) or San Francisco (415/668-0683). Internet: www.indianembassy.org
2006-08-04 23:47:12 · answer #2 · answered by roundater 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I went into the Passport Office in Miami, Florida, and had one in 48 hrs...it was an emergency..if U go direct to an US office U can do it...Post office is 6 weeks, other services I don't trust..I dont no the City U live in has a US office.
2006-08-04 15:54:50 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you need to check the news bulletin about passport renewal in the state.gov website
2006-08-04 16:07:54 · answer #4 · answered by jean 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would love to be your personal travel consultant
http://travel.state.gov/passport/get/renew/renew_833.html
2006-08-04 17:56:36 · answer #5 · answered by intriguedtravel 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋