Now is the time to apply for your passport, before the Holiday Season and the Summer rush. This is the best time to apply--passport processing times for routine service are currently 4-6 weeks, and expedite processing is taking approximately 3 weeks. So, don't delay, apply today! Consult the Department of State web site: travel.state.gov or call the National Passport Information Center , toll-free at 1-877-487-2778, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Customer Service Representatives are available to speak with you in both English and Spanish, if you call Monday through Friday, between 6 a.m. and 12 midnight and Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (except Federal holidays).