How to Apply at a U.S. Passport Agency for Expedited Processing

Applying in person at a regional passport agency allows you to expedite your passport application faster than you could at other locations.

These particular federal passport processing centers can issue a passport as fast as the same day.

This is much faster than applying for a new passport at a passport office or for a renewal by mail.

Applying for a passport at a regional agency is not an option for everyone, though.

There are 26 regional passport agencies and 1 special issuance agency located in the United States.

You first step is to schedule an appointment since passport agencies do not accept walk-ins. This system is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

There is no fee to schedule an appointment. Be aware that passport agency hours vary from place to place.

Proof of travel is required at most agencies. A copy of your e-ticket, travel itinerary or hotel reservation is acceptable. A travel itinerary on a mobile device is not.

You must submit the completed application form and all supporting documents at the time of your appointment.

Applications should not be mailed to the agency beforehand. Be sure that you have all of your required documents before you leave for your appointment.

The expedited service fee is $60. It is paid in addition to the application fee and, in the case of a new passport, the execution fee.

All fees can be paid together by check, credit card, money order, bank draft, debit/check card, or cash (exact change).

Processing time may vary based on the demand at the time you apply and how urgenly you need your travel document but most passports are issued the same day.

Proof of international travel within two weeks is requried to apply at these locations.

All regional agencies issue passport books on-site. Not all agencies issue passports cards on-site.

Agencies are closed on weekends and all federal holidays. Plan accordingly.

If you need to obtain passports in less than 2 weeks but you can't personally go because there is no passport agency near you, you can employ the services of a reliable courier service.

Choose a professional passport expediter that is registered with regional agencies. Couriers charge an additional fee for this service.

Passport Agency List

Choose the location of the agency or processing center below that is nearest to you.

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