Passports

Before you visit a foreign country, you should ensure that all your travel concerns are addressed in a timely manner before your departure date.

To look up the status of your passport application, visit the U.S. State Department website at https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html.

If your travel dates are closer than 12 weeks away, or if you have been unsuccessful in getting information regarding you application status, please call my Dodge City office at 620-682-7340, or my Manhattan office at 785-370-7277. My staff and I are ready to assist you.

Things to check leading up to out-of-country travel:

1. Check expiration dates: Before booking your trip, check the expiration date of your passports and family members’ passports.
2. Apply early: Apply at least 6 months before your planned departure date.
3. Ensure applications are completed, accurate: Issues with citizenship, ID, fees, or phots could cause delays.
4. Passport appointments: Due to high demand and backlog in applications, expect to receive your passport in an 18-week timeframe for routine service, 12-week time frame for expedited service. Applicants with life-or-death travel requests are prioritized.