If you happen to be one of the many Americans without a passport, here's your big chance. Saturday, March 10th is Passport Day in the USA. Just drop in at your nearest passport agency, no appointment necessary, and apply already. Don't forget to bring proper identification, along with a passport photo, and necessary forms, available for printing online.
The passport application fee is $110, plus a $25 execution fee. The fee for passport book and card is $140, plus the $25 execution fee. For first time applicants applying only for a passport card, the fee is $30, plus the $25 execution fee. You'll find a complete rundown on fees for passport books and cards, as well as passports for minors and other special service fees here.
Standard processing takes 4-6 weeks or, if you're in a rush, apply for expedited processing at 2-3 weeks for an additional $60.
You'll find a list of participating Passport Day locations here.