Did you know that September is Passport Awareness Month? RushMyPassport is excited to join the nationwide celebration. This dedicated month serves as a reminder of the importance of passport readiness for travelers. RushMyPassport is committed to helping individuals stay travel-ready so they can be prepared for where the world takes them.

What is Passport Awareness Month?

Passport Awareness Month aims to promote awareness and understanding of passport requirements and the benefits of having a valid passport. In 2024, this initiative is more important than ever because of ongoing passport delays and extended processing times. As a registered participant in the U.S. Department of State Hand-Carry Program through Expedited Travel LLC, RushMyPassport actively participates in this initiative to help travelers with the technology, tools, and assistance they need to breeze through the passport application process.

In honor of Passport Awareness Month, the U.S. Department of State hosts passport fairs to encourage Americans to get their passports. Most passport fairs are designed for new first-time passport applicants, including children. Since passport renewals can be done by mail, you do not need to attend a passport fair to renew your passport unless it is damaged, or expired over 15 years. If you are unable to make it to one of the in-person passport fairs, you are still able to get your new passport quickly. Expedited passport applications can be completed through RushMyPassport or with your local FedEx Office

Why is Passport Awareness Month Important?

For international travel, a passport is essential. If you’re planning a trip abroad in the next 8 months, it’s wise to apply for one immediately. While standard processing typically takes 6-8 weeks, faster options are available. Choosing to expedite through the U.S. Department of State reduces the wait to 2-3 weeks. Alternatively, passport expediting companies can streamline this further, offering a turnaround as quick as 1 week while also avoiding delays by reviewing your application for common mistakes.

It’s crucial to research visa requirements for your intended destination before departure. Acquiring some visas can span several weeks, so starting early or opting for expedited services is recommended. For those already in possession of a passport, ensure it has a minimum of six months’ validity beyond your intended return date. If it’s set to expire within that six-month window, it’s advisable to renew it now.

How Can RushMyPassport Help?

  • Expedited Passport Services: RushMyPassport continues to offer expedited passport processing with 3-5 business days, 10 business days, 3 weeks, and 8 week service options available for all U.S. Passport types. This helps travelers obtain their passports swiftly and by U.S. Department of State regulations.
  • Online Application Assistance: The company provides an easy-to-use online platform that guides applicants through the passport application process step by step with detailed instructions, reducing errors and simplifying the overall experience.
  • Dedicated Customer Support: RushMyPassport’s team of expert passport advisors is there to help every step of the way. This allows applicants to get assistance with any questions or concerns about the passport application process, and support is available via phone, email, or chat.
  • Educational Resources: The company publishes informative articles, blog posts, and social media content on passport-related topics, such as passport renewals, child passports, travel restrictions, and passport validity rules. These resources are designed to educate further and inform travelers.
  • Passport Photo Compliance Tools: Simplify the passport photo process with convenient tools like RushMyPhoto, Passport Photo Creator app or by visiting a nearby FedEx Office. These resources enable applicants to swiftly capture an ideal passport photo that adheres to government requirements.

Upcoming Passport Fairs

The list below is provided by the U.S. Department of State website. New events are added weekly so be sure to check out their page for the latest updates. Using the Acceptance Facility Search Tool, you can also locate a facility near you.

September 2024 Events

Location City State Date Time Appointments Required?
Bridgewater Branch Library (1 Vogt Dr.) Bridgewater NJ Wed, Sep 4 4pm-7pm Yes
CSU Stanislaus – Stockton Campus (612 East Magnolia St. Rm 1003 & 1013) Stockton CA Thu, Sep 5 9:30am-2pm Yes
Totowa Public Library (537 Totowa Road at Cherub Place) Totowa NJ Thu, Sep 5 5pm-7pm No
Anacortes Public Library (1220 10th St) Anacortes WA Fri, Sep 6 2pm-5pm No
Anacortes Public Library (1220 10th St) Anacortes WA Sat, Sep 7 11am-2pm No
El Paso Passport Agency El Paso TX Sat, Sep 7 7:30am-1pm No
Honolulu Passport Agency Honolulu HI Sat, Sep 7 8:30am-2pm Yes
Houston Passport Agency Houston TX Sat, Sep 7 7am-1pm Yes
New Orleans Passport Agency New Orleans NO Sat, Sep 7 7:30am-11:30am Yes
San Juan Passport Agency San Juan PR Sat, Sep 7 8am-12pm Yes
Passaic County Clerk’s Office-Admin Bldg (401 Grand St.-Room 130) Paterson NJ Sat, Sep 7 9am-12pm No
Passaic County Clerk’s Office-Satellite Office (1237 Ringwood Ave) Haskell NJ Sat, Sep 7 9am-12pm No
Long County Probate Court (75 W. Academy St) Ludowici GA Sat, Sep 7 10am-2pm Yes – Call 912-545-2131
Felician University Rutherland (1 Felician Way) Rutherland NJ Mon, Sep 9 10am-2pm No
University of Cincinnati College of Law (2925 Campus Green Dr.) Cincinnati OH Mon, Sep 9 12pm-2pm No
Verona Town Hall (600 Bloomfield Ave) Verona NJ Tue, Sep 10 9am-3pm Yes
Hawthorne Municipal Bldg (445 Lafayette Ave) Hawthorne NJ Tue, Sep 10 10am-1pm No
West Caldwell Town Library (30 Clinton St.) West Caldwell NJ Wed, Sep 11 9am-3pm Yes
Hillsborough Branch (379 South Branch Rd.) Hillsborough NJ Wed, Sep 11 4pm-7pm Yes
University of Buffalo, North Campus (50 Lee Road-Student Union Room #SU 145) Amherst NY Wed, Sep 11 12pm-3pm No
Mohegan Sun (1 Mohegan Sun Blvd) Uncasville CT Thu, Sep 12 8am-4pm Yes
Little Falls Municipal Bldg. (225 Main St.) Little Falls NJ Thu, Sep 12 10am-1pm No
Mohegan Sun (1 Mohegan Sun Blvd) Uncasville CT Fri, Sep 13 11am-7pm Yes
SUNY Geneseo (10 MacVittie Circle, Union Lobby) Geneseo NY Fri, Sep 13 12pm-3pm No
Arkansas Passport Center Hot Springs AR Sat, Sep 14 8:30am-1pm Yes
Charleston Passport Center Charleston SC Sat, Sep 14 9am-2pm Yes
Minneapolis Passport Agency Minneapolis MN Sat, Sep 14 9am-2pm Yes
National Passport Center Portsmouth NH Sat, Sep 14 10am-3pm Yes
Colorado Passport Agency Aurora CO Sat, Sep 14 8am-11am Yes
Chicago Passport Agency Chicago IL Sat, Sep 14 8am-11am Yes
Los Angeles Passport Agency Los Angeles CA Sat, Sep 14 7am-11am Yes
Miami Passport Agency Miami FL Sat, Sep 14 7am-10am Yes
Washington Passport Agency Washington, DC DC Sat, Sep 14 8am-2pm Yes
Manville Branch (100 S 10th Ave) Manville NJ Wed, Sep 18 4pm-7pm Yes
Haledon Municipal Bldg. (510 Belmont Ave) Haledon NJ Wed, Sep 18 5pm-7pm No
Hillsdale Borough Hall (380 Hillsdale Ave) Rutherland NJ Wed, Sep 18 10am-2pm No
Livingston Town Hall (357 S. Livingston Ave) Livingston NJ Thu, Sep 19 9am-3pm Yes
Bloomingdale Municipal Bldg. (101 Hamburg Turnpike) Bloomingdale NJ Thu, Sep 19 5pm-7pm No
Boston Passport Agency Boston MA Sat, Sep 21 8am-12pm Yes
Hamilton County Clerk – Red Bank (3380 Red Bank Rd.) Cincinnati OH Sat, Sep 21 8am-11:45am No
Philadelphia Passport Agency Philadelphia PA Sat, Sep 21 8am-12pm Yes
Okeechobee County Clerk of the Circuit Court Okeechobee FL Sat, Sep 21 9am-2pm No
West Orange Park and Ride (560 Northfield Ave) West Orange NJ Sat, Sep 21 9am-12pm Yes
Fayette County Public Library (1821 Heritage Pkwy.) Fayette GA Sat, Sep 21 9am-3pm No
Kaubisch Public Library (205 Perry St.) Fostoria OH Sat, Sep 21 9am-3om No
West Jordan City Hall (8000 S Redwood Rd.) West Jordan UT Sat, Sep 21 9am-1pm No. Event Flyer with details
Cedar Grove Town Hall (525 Pompton Ave) Cedar Grove NJ Tue, Sep 24 9am-3pm Yes
North Haledon Municipal Bldg (103 Overlook Ave) North Haledon NJ Tue, Sep 24 10am-1pm No
Montgomery Branch (100 Community Dr.) Skillman NJ Wed, Sep 25 4pm-7pm Yes
Passaic County Camp Hope (1792 Union Valley Rd.) West Milford NJ Wed, Sep 25 10am-1pm No
Township of Washington (350 Hudson Ave) Twp of Washington NJ Wed, Sep 25 10am-2pm No
Clarksburg Harrison Public Library (404 W. Pike St.) Clarksburg WV Thu, Sep 26 1pm-8pm No
Clifton Municipal Bldg. (900 Clifton ave, 1st Floor Conference Room) Clifton NJ Thu, Sep 26 10am-1pm No
Kearny City Hall (405 Kearny Ave.) Kearny NJ Thu, Sep 26 10am-2pm Yes. Call 201-369-3470 (ext. 5)
Berkeley College (44 Rifle Camp Rd.) Woodland Park NJ Thu, Sep 26 5pm-7pm No
Clarksburg Harrison Public Library (404 W. Pike St.) Clarksburg WV Fri, Sep 27 10am-8pm No
Nutley Park and Recreation Center (44 Park Ave) Nutley NJ Fri, Sep 27 9am-3pm Yes
Atlanta Passport Agency Atlanta GA Sat, Sep 28 8am-11am Yes
Conneticut Passport Agency Stamford CT Sat, Sep 28 7:30am-3pm Yes
Detroit Passport Agency Detroit MI Sat, Sep 28 8am-12pm Yes
San Francisco Passport Agency San Francisco CA Sat, Sep 28 8:30am-1pm Yes
Seattle Passport Agency Seattle WA Sat, Sep 28 9am-2pm Yes
Vermont Passport Agency St. Albans VT Sat, Sep 28 9am-12pm Yes
Clarksburg Harrison Public Library (404 W. Pike St.) Clarksburg WV Sat, Sep 28 10am-3pm No
Grand Junction Main Post Office (241 N. 4th St.) Grand Jct. CO Sat, Sep 28 9am-1pm No
Muscogee County Superior Court (2904 Macon Road) Columbus GA Sat, Sep 28 9am-1pm Yes
Essex County Clerk’s Office (495 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Blvd) Newark NJ Sat, Sep 28 9am-12pm Yes
Cherokee County Clerk of Courts (155 Towne Lake Pkwy.) Woodstock GA Sat, Sep 28 9am-3pm Optional
Sharpsburg Post Office (6545 Hwy 54) Sharpsburg GA Sat, Sep 28 8am-10am No
Georgia State University, Clarkston Campus (555 North Indian Creek Dr.) Clarkston GA Sat, Sep 28 10am-2pm No
Johnson County District Clerk’s Office-Burleson (247 Elk Dr. Room 216) Burleson TX Sat, Sep 28 10am-2pm Yes – Call 817-202-2968
Fulton County Courthouse, Clerk of Superior and Magistrate Courts office (136 Pryor St J2-101) Atlanta GA Sat, Sep 28 9am-12pm Optional
Chatham County Courthouse, Clerk of Superior Court (133 Montgomery Street, Rm 304) Savannah GA Sat, Sep 28 8am-12pm Optional
Athens-Clarke County Library (2025 Baxter Street) Athens GA Sat, Sep 28 9am-5pm Yes – Call 706-613-3650
Statham Public Library (1928 Railroad St) Statham GA Sat, Sep 28 10am-3pm No