Online passport renewal is faster, cheaper and dramatically less painful than the old process. Here's how to get started.

Few errands have aged worse than renewing a passport. While we've spent the last decade managing our banking, our taxes and even our doctor visits from a phone screen, passport renewals stubbornly ...

Routine passport applications are typically processed within four to six weeks from the time they are received.

In 2026, Californians renewing passports must weigh processing speed, total costs, and strict photo rules when choosing between routine, expedited, or in-person service. New online renewal options ...