1 AD son signifies an adopted son. 2  Guardianships: In cases where one or both parents have died, leaving minor children, the court can appoint a guardian to care for the children. 3  In many instances, these guardians are family members. 4  In the nineteenth century this is a clue to an adoption.
If there is a name change, it is necessary to submit legal proof of the name change with the application. Passport renewals by mail typically take four to six weeks to process. Expedited Service. If looking to get the passport quickly, make sure to apply for expedited service. This service requires payment of an additional fee. Overnight delivery is available at a separate cost. Expedited service generally takes two to three weeks when overnight delivery is used in both directions. Life or Death Emergency
The Department of State recommends renewing your passport at least 9 months before it expires. At the bare minimum, you should allow at least 2 months for your passport renewal to be processed with regular processing. If you need your passport renewed in a hurry, your best bet is to use a private passport expediting company. A good expediting company will give you instructions on filling out the paperwork, so your application goes through the first time.