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2025 travel trends

As demand for US passports grows, here are the states with the most aspiring world travelers

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  Spokeo used data from the Department of State to see where the rate of passports grew the most over the last several decades.

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The demand for U.S. passports has surged, with the State Department processing a record-breaking 500,000 applications in a single week, reflecting a significant increase in travel interest post-COVID restrictions. This rush has led to extended processing times, now taking 10 to 13 weeks for routine service and 7 to 9 weeks for expedited service, which costs an additional $60. The high demand is attributed to pent-up travel desires and the need for new passports or renewals, as many existing ones expired during the lockdown periods. To manage the backlog, the State Department has been hiring more staff and encouraging online applications to streamline the process.

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