otherwise you won't get your passport in time. you can pay higher fees to get your passport quicker, but even then it still takes two to three weeks.
in terms of boiling eggs, depending on who you talk to, you may hear different tips and tricks. but simply put, take eggs and place them in cold water in a sauce pan. cover the eggs about an inch. then bring the water to a full rolling boil over high heat. once you get the boil, turn off the stove, cover the pan, and let the eggs sit. if you want soft boiled eggs, let them sit for between three and six minutes 