When Does Expedited Passport Processing Start?
Learn when expedited passport processing officially begins, how business days are counted, and what may delay submission.
🧾 How Processing Time Works
Processing time (for example, 3–4 day service) begins:
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The day your documents are submitted to the Passport Agency
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Business days only (Monday–Friday, excluding federal holidays)
Processing does not begin when:
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You place your order
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You ship documents to Swift
You must factor in:
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Shipping time to Swift
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Government processing time
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Return shipping time
📤 When Does Swift Submit My Application?
Applications are submitted the morning after Swift receives your documents, provided:
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All required documents are included
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Forms are completed correctly
Incomplete submissions delay processing.
💡 Important Notes
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Errors or missing documents delay submission
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Government processing times are not guaranteed
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Swift cannot speed up government review