Passport Services in Long Beach, California
Ambassador Passport and Visa Services helps Long Beach residents get their U.S. passports quickly and easily, offering expedited passport services with processing available in as little as 2 business days or less. Whether you’re facing last-minute travel plans or preparing for an upcoming international trip, our team makes the passport application process easier by helping you navigate the requirements and available options. Call Ambassador Passport and Visa Services at 800-826-4558 for the latest pricing, processing times, and available passport services. Turnaround times vary depending on your passport needs, travel date, and current availability.
Ambassador Passport and Visa Services offers same-day passport services and is listed among the registered couriers and expeditors on the U.S. Department of State website. Our team personally hand-carries your application and supporting documents for processing instead of mailing them, helping reduce the risk of important documents being lost in the mail. Long Beach clients can rely on our team to coordinate the necessary steps and help simplify the expedited passport process.
HOW IT WORKS FOR LONG BEACH, 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, Long Beach 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 LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA 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
and procedures to obtain your passport:
New or First-Time Passport
Choose this option if:
- You’ve never had a passport
- Your prior passport was issued over 15 years ago
- Your passport was issued to you as a minor (under 16)
- You are a minor (under 16)
Passport Renewal
Choose this option if you can answer yes to all of the following questions:
- Did you get your passport in the past 15 years?
- Were you at least 16 when you received it?
- Is your passport intact and not damaged?
- Do you still have the same name?
- If you don’t have the same name, can you legally document the name change?
Lost or Stolen Passport
This option is for information & procedures on:
- Lost U.S. Passport Replacement
- Stolen U.S. Passport Replacement
Replacement of Damaged or Mutilated Passport
This option is for information & procedures on:
- Damaged U.S. Passport Replacement
- Mutilated U.S. Passport Replacement
- The damaged passport must still be valid, if not, go to our, new passport application page
Passport For Kids and Minors
Choose this option if:
- You are a minor (under age 16) and applying for a first time U.S. Passport or a renewal of U.S. Passport
Name Change / Data Correction of Passport
This option is for information & procedures on:
- U.S. Passport Name Changes
- US Passport Corrections and Passport Amendments
- Extension of a Limited Validity U.S. Passport
Second Valid Passport
This option is for information & procedures on:
- Applying for a Second U.S. Passport
- Extra Passport, Additional Passport, Duplicate Passport Application
Renewal of Second Valid Passport
This option is for information & procedures on:
- Renewing a Second Valid U.S. Passport
- Your prior passport was issued over 15 years ago
- Renew an Extra Passport, Additional Passport, or Duplicate Passport
Passport Card
This option is for information & procedures on:
- Applying for a Second US Passport
- Extra Passport, Additional Passport, Duplicate Passport Application
Passport Card
This option is for information & procedures on:
- Applying for a New or First-Time U.S. Passport Card
- Applying for a Renewal of a U.S. Passport Card, or
- Passport book holders applying for a U.S. Passport Card
Concierge Passport Service
Choose this option if you would like to experience the convenience & certainty of our done-for-you service: our highest level of one to one, customized service.
Passport Pre-Check
An expert will review all of you documents to confirm your application is accurate, complete and ready for submission.
Digital Photo Service
Need a fast, easy and inexpensive way to get a photo you can use for your passport or visa application? Use your own camera in the comfort of your home or office. Simply click and then upload your photo to our website.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS — LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA
Where can I get a rush passport in Long Beach?
Ambassador Passport and Visa Services provides rush and expedited passport services for Long Beach clients, with current processing available in as little as 2–3 business days for qualifying applications. Contact us at 800-826-4558 to confirm availability, the option that will accommodate your travel date, and more information.
How fast can Long Beach residents get a passport?
Ambassador Passport and Visa Services’ fastest current passport processing option is 2–3 business days (limited availability). Ultra Rush (4–5 business days), Rush (7–8 business days), and Express (10–12 business days) are also available. Processing for a U.S. passport begins the first business day after all the documents and requirements are received by Ambassador Passport and Visa Services. Please call 800-826-4558 to discuss availability.
How does Ambassador Passport and Visa Services expedite passport applications for Long Beach residents?
Ambassador Passport and Visa Services is a registered courier with various passport agencies and provides hand-carry service for expedited passport applications. Your passport application is personally hand carried and submitted to the U.S. Department of State for expedited processing.
Can I walk in without an appointment?
Yes, walk-ins are welcome, although booking an appointment is typically recommended. 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 at 800-826-4558 before visiting so we can confirm what to bring, when to come in, and the expected turnaround time.
What documents are needed for a passport renewal in Long Beach?
For most renewals using Form DS-82, bring your U.S. passport and two passport photos taken in the last six months. Walk-ins can have passport photos taken on-site at our office location. Proof of travel is not required, however, if you have purchased your flight itinerary or have other proof of travel, such as a hotel reservation or a business letter from your business or organization, please bring it with you. A passport issued more than 15 years ago, or issued before you were 16 years old, will require you to appear in front of an Acceptance Agent. Please call 800-826-4558 and an Ambassador Passport and Visa Services representative will confirm the requirements.
Is it safer to use a registered courier than to mail my passport application?
For eligible applications, hand-carry service means important passport documents are personally hand-carried into the passport agency rather than mailed out, which reduces the risk of your valuable documents being lost in the mail. Ambassador Passport and Visa Services is on the State Department’s list of registered couriers and expediters. Please contact a representative at 800-826-4558 to confirm the necessary requirements and turnaround times that are avaialable.
What should I do if my passport is lost or stolen?
A lost or stolen U.S. passport requires a replacement application. Ambassador Passport and Visa Services assists with this process, which requires the DS-11 application to be executed in person in front of an Acceptance Agent before processing begins. Our office can assist with that step. Please contact an Ambassador Passport and Visa Services representative at 800-826-4558 as early as possible so our team can review the requirements and your options.
How do I get my passport back after it is issued?
Upon completion of processing, you will receive notification of the status of your passport. Long Beach clients can then 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. FedEx options include 2nd Business Day, Priority Overnight, First Overnight, and Saturday delivery. Please call 800-826-4558 to confirm return options and pricing.
9 - FEES
Please note: Processing for a U.S. Passport begins the FIRST BUSINESS DAY AFTER all the documents and requirements are received by Ambassador Passport and Visa Services.
(1) Government Fee: These Government Fees are paid at the time of execution, as per the instructions above.
| Adults – Over age of 16 | $225.00 |
| Minors – Under the age of 16 | $195.00 |
(2) Ambassador Passport and Visa Services Fees:
Express Processing (10 – 12 Business Days) Call for latest pricing Rush Processing (7 to 8 Business Days) Call for latest pricing Ultra Rush Processing (4 to 5 Business Days) Call for latest pricing Faster processing options are limited and subject to availability. Please contact one of our agents at 800-826-4558 for current availability. Please note: Ambassador Passport and Visa Fees are in addtion to the government fees.
(3) Federal Express Fees (Continental USA Only)
FedEx 2nd Business Day $45.00 FedEx Letter (Priority Overnight) $48.00 FedEx Letter (First Overnight) $130.00 FedEx Letter (Saturday Delivery) $78.00 Alaska, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, USVI –
FedEx Priority Overnight Letter (No Saturday Delivery)$88.00
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 passport applications, hand-carry service means important passport documents are personally hand-carried into the U.S. Department of State. Once processed, we retrieve your new passport and supporting documents for pickup at our office, or shipped to your preferred address. This reduces the risk of your valuable documents such as birth certificates, passports, marriage certificates or original court orders from being lost in the mail or delayed in transit.
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.
