US passport renewal delays.

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I just renewed mine. It only took 6 weeks to receive. Less than I expected.

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Hi Leslie- did you expedite ?

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Nope. Just sent regular mail.

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Summer is the worst time to renew.
Keep track of those expiration dates!

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Global Entry is also log jammed. But they will keep it valid for 6 months after renewal date because of backlog.

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I think mine took 6 months. sent in 12/20

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We also sent our renewals 12/20 but received passports in April I think.

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Good Morning America yesterday said there is a 2 million passport backlog.
That’s almost not believable

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Welcome to 2020.















Oh, wait,…

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Keep your valid passport in a safe place. Replacement seems no easier than renewal.

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Passport has until 9/2023 so hopefully the backlog is cleared by Jan/2023 when I try to renew

Global entry expires July 2022. Will work on that soon. Wouldn’t want to have to stand in lines to get back into the country.

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TPG sticky 13 things you need to know about Global Entry - The Points Guy
Like you I need to renew GE next summer Renewing your Global Entry? CBP is allowing select travelers to schedule remote interviews - The Points Guy if you apply for renewal prior to expiration you’re automatically extended for two years. I haven’t been able to verify that on the CBP website. Maybe Flyer talk is more help.
There is also a remote interview for renewals being piloted.

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BTW, was the GE renewal ban for NY residents removed?

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If I need it for May 2022, thinking of sending October and paying expedite fee just to get closer to the front of the line.

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Only if “passport” picture taken on January 6.

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I would expect. It was a last gasp of hate Trump rule and it may have even been challenged and beaten during his term…

Update - Eligibility for NYers was restored in July of 2020

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Shot down by the courts after CBP had no valid reasons for the ban. DHS Allows New Yorkers to Apply for Global Entry Again

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We always hire an agency for passport renewal and visas. They make sure the passport gets back when promised and in time for trips. Worth every $ I pay even though I could do it myself for less.

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They’re working on the backlog: State Dept. Promises 'Surge' Staffing to Confront Unprecedented Passport Backlog and Wait Times - Government Executive

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No referral?