Passport Services in Newport Beach, California
When you need a U.S. passport quickly, Ambassador Passport and Visa Services helps Newport Beach residents navigate the expedited passport process with ease. With processing options available in as little as 2 business days or less, our team can help you prepare for upcoming international travel without the added stress of managing the process alone. Call Ambassador Passport and Visa Services at 800-826-4558 for the latest pricing, available passport services, and current processing times. Turnaround times vary depending on your passport needs, travel date, and service availability.
As a passport courier and expeditor listed on the U.S. Department of State website, Ambassador Passport and Visa Services offers convenient hand-carry services for expedited passport applications. Rather than sending your application and supporting documents through the mail, our team personally delivers them for processing. Newport Beach clients receive guidance on the necessary requirements and next steps, helping make the expedited passport experience as straightforward as possible.
HOW IT WORKS FOR NEWPORT 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, Newport 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 NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA PASSPORT?
The fastest current passport processing option is 2–3 business days. 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 — NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA
Where can I get an expedited passport in Newport Beach?
Ambassador Passport and Visa Services provides expedited passport services for Newport Beach clients, with current processing available in as little as 2 business days or less for qualifying applications. Contact us at 800-826-4558 to confirm availability for the type of passport service you require, the option that will accommodate your travel date, and more information.
What is the fastest way to get a passport in Newport Beach?
Ambassador Passport and Visa Services’ fastest current passport processing option is 2 business days or less, subject to availability. Ultra Rush (4–5 business days), Rush (7–8 business days), and Express (10–12 business days) options are also available. Processing begins the first business day after all the documents and requirements are received. Please contact an Ambassador Passport and Visa Services representative at 800-826-4558 to discuss availability.
How does Ambassador Passport and Visa Services expedite passport applications for Newport Beach residents?
Ambassador Passport and Visa Services is a registered courier with various passport agencies and provides hand-carry service for qualifying expedited passport applications. For eligible applications, our team personally hand carries and submits your travel documents for U.S. Department of State processing.
Do I need an appointment to visit your office?
Walk-ins are welcome, although we typically recommend booking an appointment. Office hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM and Saturdays 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Calling ahead at 800-826-4558 allows our team to confirm the requirements for the type of service you need and make sure you know what to bring.
What do I need for a passport renewal in Newport Beach?
For most renewals using Form DS-82, you will need your U.S. passport and two passport photos, taken in the last six months, and we provide passport photo services on-site for walk-ins. Proof of travel is not required. If you have a purchased flight itinerary or other proof of travel, such as a hotel reservation or a business letter from your business or organization, please bring it with you. If your passport was issued more than 15 years ago or before you were 16 years old, you will be required to appear in front of an Acceptance Agent. Please contact an Ambassador Passport and Visa Services representative at 800-826-4558 to confirm the requirements and assist you with this step.
What is included in Ambassador Passport and Visa Services’ Concierge Passport Service?
Concierge Passport Service is our highest level of one-to-one, customized service, for clients who would like to experience the convenience and certainty of our done-for-you service. A representative coordinates the requirements and next steps on your behalf. Please contact an Ambassador Passport and Visa Services representative at 800-826-4558 for details and current availability.
Can Ambassador Passport and Visa Services help me get a second U.S. passport?
Yes. Ambassador Passport and Visa Services assists with applications for a second valid U.S. passport, sometimes called an extra, additional, or duplicate passport, and with the renewal of a second valid passport. Requirements vary by the type of passport service you need. Please call 800-826-4558 to confirm what applies to your situation.
Can Ambassador Passport and Visa Services help me change the name on my passport?
Yes. Ambassador Passport and Visa Services assists with U.S. passport name changes, as well as passport corrections and amendments and the extension of a limited validity U.S. passport. Requirements vary by the type of service you need. Please contact an Ambassador Passport and Visa Services representative at 800-826-4558 to confirm the requirements.
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 such as 2 to 3 business days 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 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.
