The rates on qualified dividends range from 0 to 23.8%. To qualify for the qualified dividend rate, the payee must own the stock for a long enough time, generally 60 days for common stock and 90 days for preferred stock. To qualify for the qualified dividend rate, the dividend must also be paid by a corporation in the U.S. or with certain ties to the U.S.
Expedited Passport Service. Expedited processing is an optional service available to those who cannot wait 4 to 6 weeks to get a passport. The estimated time to expedite an application by mail or through an application acceptance facility is 2 to 3 weeks.
Expedited service is when you pay an additional fee to get your passport processed faster than the 4-6 weeks. Expedited service is often available at your local passport acceptance agent. This will take 3 weeks. The additional fee is $60 for the expedited service. These are the same fees you would pay if you are able to get an appointment at a local Regional Passport Agency.