Originally Posted by
Cclay1
I mailed my passport in January 27th from OH to PA. Shortly after I mailed the application my wallet was stolen with the tracking number. (I will forever take a photo of that number from now on). The passport agency has not received my application (It has been 6 weeks). I filled out a missing mail search with USPS but they closed the case with no resolution. I called USPS again and opened another case. I'm waiting to hear back.
I contacted my state representative and they told me to contact my Senator. My Senator called me back today and just said my only option was the keep waiting unless I have a tracking number.
My question is should I keep waiting or mail in a stolen/lost passport application? My fear is after I mail it they original will show up and then the agency is able to cash both my checks.
I was hoping to travel in July and really thought mailing in January would leave me plenty of time. I am now getting nervous that I am running out of time.
I mailed mine in February 4th from NJ to PA. They recieved it at the PO box Sunday February 7th. I heard nothing, no updates, no cashed check. I opened a case with usps last week and contacted my local representative. This morning my check was cashed and my application is in processing. I would recommend waiting another week or two before filing a lost passport. I wanted to do the same as you but waiting worked. Philadelphia must have had a major backup late January into February. You would still have plenty of time if you need to file a lost passport and get a new one if you wait a few more weeks, worst case you'd just have to expedite the new form for an extra $60. Good luck!