re: OT help: Quickest way to get a passport

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where are you located? there is probably an office closer than 9 hours away from you.

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New Orleans Passport Agency

New Orleans Passport AgencyIf you are traveling internationally in less than 2 weeks or need to obtain a foreign visa within 4 weeks, you are eligible to schedule an appointment at this passport agency with proof of travel. Will call (pickup) service is offered for life or death emergencies and immediate travel.


Appointments Available From:
8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Monday through Friday

Excluding Federal Holidays

Call 24/7 for an Appointment
1-877-487-2778

Appointments are required at all passport agencies. There is no charge to make an appointment at a passport agency and customers should not pay anyone or any business making such a charge.
You must pay the $60 expedite fee in addition to application fees to apply at this agency.
Proof of travel is required when applying at this agency. You must provide a hard copy of your itinerary or other proof of travel.

Will call service is offered for life or death emergencies and immediate travel abroad (leaving within 8 business days). The agency will advise you when the passport will be ready for pickup at will call based on your documented travel plans.

For all other customers, passports will be issued within 8 business days of applying at the agency. During your appointment, the agency will advise how the passport will be sent to you.

For Your Appointment

What to Bring

Appointment confirmation number
Proof of travel
Completed forms
All required supporting documents
A major Credit Card, Debit/Check card (not ATM cards), Check, Bank Draft, Cash (Exact Change), or Money Order to cover the application and expedited fees

Need help getting started?
Find out what forms, documents, and fees you will need to bring to your appointment.

When You Arrive

Arrive early to allow enough time to pass through building security screening and metal detectors (weapons are prohibited).

Take the elevator to the 13th floor, Suite 1300.
Check-In at the Information Desk.

Present your Social Security Number or Appointment Confirmation Number to verify your appointment.
Receive your number, please be seated, and wait until your number is called.

When your number is called go to your assigned window. A passport specialist will review your forms and supporting documents.

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