You Can Renew Your Passport Online, but Only if You Act Quickly
How quickly did the application window close on Friday, June 14, as mentioned in the article?
The application window for online passport renewals closed very quickly on Friday, June 14. It opened at 1 p.m. ET and closed at 1:01 p.m. ET, which is less than two minutes after it opened. The slots for online passport renewals fill up fast, so applicants need to have everything ready and act quickly to not miss out.
What are the eligibility requirements for someone to renew their US passport online?
To renew a US passport online, an applicant must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Be at least 25 years old.
- Live in the US (state or territory).
- Their current passport is or was valid for 10 years.
- Their current passport must be at least 9 years old and have been issued within the last 15 years (2009-2015).
- They still have their existing passport, and it's not mutilated or damaged.
Additionally, the applicant must be able to pay for online renewal using a credit card, a debit card, or ACH transfer, and they must be able to upload a new passport photo. They also cannot travel internationally for eight weeks after submitting their online renewal application.
What specific time does the online passport renewal application window open each day, according to the news article?
According to the news article, the online passport renewal application window opens each day at 1 p.m. ET.