06/11/2025
Eagle Scout certificates and wallet cards are delayed because Scouting America is awaiting permission from the current president to include their signature on the documents. This delay is impacting the nationwide processing of Eagle Scout certificates and has been in place since the change in presidency and the change of name from Boy Scouts of America to Scouting America. While the certificates are delayed, Eagle Scouts can still proceed with their Court of Honor ceremonies and wear their Eagle Scout rank on their uniform.
Here's a more detailed explanation:
Presidential Signature:
The President of the United States has historically served as the Honorary Chair of the Scouting movement, and their signature has been featured on Eagle Scout certificates and wallet cards.
Delay:
With a new president, Scouting America needs to secure approval to use the new president's signature on the certificates and wallet cards. This process can take several months.
Frozen Printing:
As a result, all printing of Eagle Scout certificates was frozen, and no new certificates are being sent out.
National Key Letters:
While certificates are delayed, the national office still provides each council with the three key letters of congratulations that are traditionally included with Eagle Scout credentials.
Proceed with Courts of Honor:
Eagle Scouts can still have their Court of Honor ceremonies, even without the certificate, and they can wear their Eagle Scout rank on their uniform.
Check Scoutbook:
Scouts can check their status in Scoutbook to see if their Eagle rank has been officially approved. If it is, they can proceed with the ceremony.
Contact Your Council:
If a scout has been waiting for Eagle status to be updated in Scoutbook for more than three months, they should contact their council to inquire about the status of their Eagle Scout application.