Originally Posted by
mcgahat
I was considering going ahead and applying as my passport is close to expiring but was thinking that if I wait...possibly expedited processing may open up and I will be better off? I should have renewed earlier but had a lot of travel and had planned to just do expedited processing but then everything got shut down.
When things fully reopen, if you're near a passport agency you can renew quickly there (IIRC for an extra fee) if you have proof of immediate travel or a need to apply for a visa. It's great to go in person and pick up the new passport the following business day.