State Department Surveys Future Passport Demand
Published Date: 6/9/2026
Notice
Summary
The Department of State wants your thoughts on a survey that helps predict how many U.S. passports will be needed. This survey, which takes about 10 minutes, is voluntary and targets a mix of U.S. citizens and passport-eligible folks. You’ve got until July 9, 2026, to share your feedback, helping the government keep passport services smooth and efficient without wasting anyone’s time or money.
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Voluntary 10‑Minute Passport Survey
If you are an adult (age 18 or older) who is eligible for a U.S. passport, you could be invited to take a voluntary Passport Demand Forecasting Survey that takes about 10 minutes. The Department plans for an estimated 24,000 respondents per year (total estimated burden 4,000 hours), will run the survey monthly, and is accepting public comments through July 9, 2026.
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