Passport Services in Glendale, California

Getting an expedited U.S. passport in Glendale is easy with help from Ambassador Passport and Visa Services. Whether you’re applying for a passport for the first time, replacing an existing passport, or preparing for international travel, our team can guide you through the application process and help you understand your options. With expedited passport services available in as little as 2 business days or less, you can get the assistance you need without unnecessary complications. Call Ambassador Passport and Visa Services at 800-826-4558 for the latest pricing, available passport services, and current turnaround times. Processing times vary depending on your passport needs, travel date, and current availability.

Ambassador Passport and Visa Services offers expedited hand-carry passport services and is listed among the registered couriers and expeditors on the U.S. Department of State website. Rather than mailing your application and supporting documents, our team personally delivers them to the passport agency for processing. For Glendale residents applying for a new passport, replacing a lost, stolen, or damaged passport, or obtaining a child’s passport, our office can also help coordinate the required in-person application step with an Acceptance Agent, making the process more straightforward from start to finish.

HOW IT WORKS FOR GLENDALE 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, Glendale 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 GLENDALE 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.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS — GLENDALE

Where can I get an expedited passport in Glendale?
Ambassador Passport and Visa Services provides expedited passport services for Glendale 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.

How long does it take to get a passport in Glendale?
Ambassador Passport and Visa Services’ fastest current passport processing option is 2 business days or less (limited availability). Ultra Rush (4–5 business days), Rush (7–8 business days), and Express (10–12 business days) options 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 contact a representative at 800-826-4558 to discuss availability and turnaround times.

How does Ambassador Passport and Visa Services expedite passport applications for Glendale 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. Ambassador Passport and Visa Services is a private, independent, non-governmental company.

Do I need an appointment to come to your office?
Walk-ins are welcome, but we typically recommend booking an appointment. Standard office hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM and Saturdays 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Calling ahead allows our team to confirm the requirements for the type of service you need and make sure you know what to bring. Please contact us at 800-826-4558 to book an appointment.

What documents do I need to renew a passport in Glendale?
For most renewals using Form DS-82, you will need your U.S. passport along with two passport photos taken in the last six months. We provide passport photo services on-site at our office location for walk-ins. 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. 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. Contact an Ambassador Passport and Visa Services representative at 800-826-4558 to confirm the requirements and assist you with this step.

How do I apply for a first-time passport?
A new or first-time passport generally applies if you are applying for a U.S. passport for the first time, your previous passport is not in your possession, your passport is damaged or mutilated, or your previous passport was issued more than 15 years ago. These applications use Form DS-11 and must be signed in front of an authorized Acceptance Agent. Please do not sign the application before that appointment. Contact an Ambassador Passport and Visa Services representative at 800-826-4558 so we can confirm the requirements and what to bring.

How do I get a passport for my child in Glendale?
Ambassador Passport and Visa Services assists with passport applications for children and minors. Children under 16 use Form DS-11, and both parents and the minor child generally must be present when the documents are executed. If only one parent can appear, additional consent documentation may be required. Please contact an Ambassador Passport and Visa Services representative at 800-826-4558 to confirm the requirements for your child’s application.

What are the government fees for a U.S. passport?
Government fees are $225.00 for adults over the age of 16 and $195.00 for minors under the age of 16. For DS-11 applications, such as new or first-time passports, minors’ passports, or lost passports, these government fees are paid at the time of execution to the Acceptance Agent. Ambassador Passport and Visa Services fees are separate from and in addition to the government fees. Please call 800-826-4558 for current pricing on the processing option you need.

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.