Originally Posted by climbermom
I recently accompanied my son's coach to apply for a US passport at our local post office. We paid for expedited service since they are planning a trip to British Columbia on August 1.
Well, today, he received a letter from the government stating that his application for a passport was denied. He could appeal this by providing other documentation, which he has ready to fax. However, when he called to explain that his trip was August 1 (and that he paid for expedited service) he was told he didn't know if they could "get to it in time." Also, they did not return his original birth certificate. He was told that it was denied because his driver's license is less than a year old (he recently moved to a new state).
Anyone ever hear of this? Any suggestions on how to get this straightened out quickly?
Go to NYC Passport Office, and get them to do same day service - they shouldnt deny you if you have proper documentation. It will be valid for one year, and be prepared to proove you're leaving soon.
I had to do it last year, go in the morning when they open you'll have the passport by afternoon. PVT me if you need info. Try calling them first to get all the proper details, IIRC the form you need to have is avilable online.
Making the trek into NYC will be worth it when you go out after submitting it in the morning and hav ethe passport same afternoon.
I did it last year (As I said) literally the day before I was traveling...