Passport applications and renewals continue during a government shutdown, as the State Department keeps services running.

The government shutdown, which began on Oct. 1, 2025, has impacted many federal services, but passport processing hasn't been affected—yet.

In need of a new or renewed passport, but finding long wait times? There are a few ways to hasten the process in case you need one quickly. There are around 400,000 people applying every week to ...

BOSTON - The demand for international travel has hit an all-time high in 2023. One of the most obvious signs can be found in the ever-growing delays for U.S. passports. The State Department said the ...