You may be eligible for benefits based on an assessment of all factors, including your age, occupation, job limitations, prior pregnancy history, current medical condition, and your physicianâs/practitionerâs certification that you are unable to do your regular or customary work.
Passport processing takes up to 10 weeks during the busier times of year, notes the U.S. Department of State website. Renew your passport well in advance of your travel to ensure you receive it before your trip.
If you are planning a trip, you should apply for your passport at least two months in advance to make sure you get it on time even if problems arise. It is best for both parents to be present in the post office to sign for any child under the age of 16. This is to prevent parental kidnapping.