Passport Services in San Diego, California

Whether you are planning ahead or need a passport on short notice, Ambassador Passport and Visa Services is here to help San Diego residents. Expedited U.S. passport processing is available in as little as 2 business days, depending on your application and current availability. Call 800-826-4558 for current pricing, available passport services, and processing times.

Because Ambassador Passport and Visa Services is listed with the U.S. Department of State as a registered expeditor and courier, your application can be hand carried for processing rather than mailed out, which reduces the risk of your documents getting lost in the mail. Call us and our team will confirm what your application requires and the easiest way to get your documents to us.

HOW IT WORKS FOR SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS

Step 1: Contact an Ambassador Passport and Visa Services representative. Please call 800-826-4558 to discuss turnaround times, pricing, and the requirements you will need to bring to our office, or send to us. Our team will review the requirements and next steps. Appointments are not required, but are recommended.

Step 2: Prepare and submit your documents. Our team will review and confirm the requirements for your passport service and help you prepare the application correctly. Certain applications, including new passports, lost passports, damaged passports, and passports for children, require the DS-11 application to be executed in person in front of an Acceptance Agent before processing begins. Please call us at 800-826-4558 for assistance with this step.

Step 3: Ambassador Passport and Visa Services will hand-carry your application into the U.S. Department of State.

Step 4: Upon completion of processing, you will receive notification of the status of your passport. Once the passport is issued, San Diego clients can arrange to pick it up at our office or have it returned by FedEx or other tracked overnight courier service, depending on the type of service selected.

HOW FAST CAN WE GET YOUR SAN DIEGO PASSPORT?

The fastest current passport processing option is 2 business days or less. Other expedited timelines are also available, depending on your application type, travel date, and current availability. Contact an Ambassador Passport and Visa Services representative at 800-826-4558 to confirm which option fits your situation.

Standard office hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM and Saturdays 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Because requirements vary by passport service, please contact us before visiting so we can confirm what to bring, when to come in, and the expected turnaround time.

Choose an option below for easy-to-follow instructions
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS — SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA

Where can I get an expedited passport in San Diego?
Ambassador Passport and Visa Services provides expedited U.S. passport services for San Diego residents, with processing available in as little as 2 business days depending on availability. Call 800-826-4558 for current pricing and to confirm the option that fits your travel date.

How fast can I get a passport in San Diego?
Options include 2 business days (limited availability), Ultra Rush (4–5 business days), Rush (7–8 business days), and Express (10–12 business days). Turnaround depends on your application type, travel date, and current availability, so timelines are not guaranteed. Call 800-826-4558 to confirm what is available.

Can I send my documents instead of applying in person?
In many cases, yes. Renewals and several other services can be handled by sending your documents to us. New passports, lost or stolen passports, damaged passports, and passports for children under 16 require the DS-11 application to be executed in person in front of an Acceptance Agent before processing begins. Call 800-826-4558 and we will confirm which applies to you.

What do I need to renew my passport?
Most renewals are filed on Form DS-82 and require your current U.S. passport and two passport photos taken in the last six months. Proof of travel is not required, but if you have a purchased flight itinerary, hotel reservation, or business letter, you are welcome to include it. Call 800-826-4558 to confirm the requirements.

How do I apply for a first-time passport or a passport for my child?
First-time passports and passports for children under 16 are filed on Form DS-11 and must be executed in person in front of an Acceptance Agent. Government fees are $225.00 for adults over 16 and $195.00 for minors under 16, paid at the time of execution. Ambassador can assist with this step. Call 800-826-4558 to confirm what to bring.

What should I do if my passport is lost, stolen, or damaged?
Ambassador assists with replacements for lost, stolen, and damaged passports. A damaged passport must still be valid; if it is not, it is handled as a new passport application. Each of these requires an in-person execution step in front of an Acceptance Agent. Call 800-826-4558 as early as possible so we can review your options.

How will I receive my passport once it is issued?
You will receive notification of the status of your passport once processing is complete. From there it can be returned by FedEx or another tracked overnight courier service, or picked up at our office, depending on the type of service selected. FedEx options include 2nd Business Day, Priority Overnight, First Overnight, and Saturday delivery. Call 800-826-4558 for return options and pricing.

AMBASSADOR HAND CARRIES APPLICATIONS

Ambassador Passport and Visa Services provides expedited hand-carry passport services for qualified applicants and is on the State Department’s list of registered couriers / expediters.

Our team helps determine the appropriate passport service, confirms the required documents, and coordinates the next steps based on your application type and travel timeline.

For eligible applications, hand-carry service means important passport documents are personally hand-carried into the passport agency. This reduces the risk of your valuable documents being lost in the mail.

PASSPORT SERVICE REQUIREMENTS BASED ON YOUR SITUATION

New passports, lost or stolen passports, damaged passports, and children’s passports require an in-person execution step in front of an Acceptance Agent, and Ambassador Passport and Visa Services can assist with the process. Requirements vary by the type of passport service you need. If you are unsure which service applies to you, select your passport service type above or call 800-826-4558.

Ambassador Passport and Visa Services provides U.S. passport and travel visa services from our Santa Monica office, with affiliate offices nationwide, including Washington, D.C., New York, Denver, Seattle and San Francisco. Contact our team at 800-826-4558 to discuss the service you need and current processing options.