m2c2005, I strongly suggest you to send your passport to NY, not DC. I have heard too many complains about DC embassy. I had renewed my passport in December; I sent the application with old passport in overnight mail. They processed it on the second day and mailed back to me on the same day. Just call them and tell them it is very important. Poo bro, I was out of range last night. I got your message. I think I missed the big opportunity. I will call you later and maybe see you tonight.