- info@samedaypassportvisas.com
- 145 S Fairfax Ave Suite 375, Los Angeles, CA 90036, United States
We provide same day passport and visas in Los Angeles!
Expedited Passport Renewal Help
Passport expired and your trip is coming up? Start with the three answers that matter most.
Question
Need assistance with your passport or visa?
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SameDay Passport & Visas is a private passport and visa assistance service. The U.S. Department of State controls passport approval, appointment availability, and issuance.
Service Overview
Emergency new passport help is for travelers who need a passport quickly but cannot use a standard adult renewal path. This usually means you are applying for your first passport, your previous passport was issued when you were under 16, your passport is too old for renewal, or your passport is unavailable or too damaged.
The goal is to make the DS-11 process clear, prepare the documents correctly, and help you act quickly when the travel date is close.
Who Needs a New Passport Instead of a Renewal
You may need a new passport application if:
- You have never had a U.S. passport
- Your last passport was issued before you turned 16
- Your last passport was issued more than 15 years ago
- Your current passport is badly damaged
- Your passport was lost or stolen
- Your previous passport cannot be submitted with a renewal
- Your name changed and you cannot document the change for renewal
Problems This Page Solves
- You fly soon and do not have a valid passport
- You are unsure whether you need DS-11 or DS-82
- You need proof of citizenship guidance
- You need to understand photo ID and photocopy requirements
- You need help preparing for an acceptance facility or agency appointment
- You need a clear cost and timing picture before committing
What Is Included
SameDay Passport & Visas can help with:
- Application type review
- DS-11 document checklist
- Proof of citizenship and identity review
- Passport photo guidance
- Travel proof review for urgent cases
- Fee and shipping planning
- Appointment preparation guidance
- Common mistake prevention before submission
Timing Options
Travel Situation
Best-Fit Route
How to Apply
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Fill Out the Application Online
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Fill Out the Application OnlinePlease note:
- Do not sign your application until you are instructed to do so
- If you have been issued a Social Security number, you are required to provide it as part of your application
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Provide Proof of U.S. Citizenship
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Provide Proof of U.S. CitizenshipAs part of your application, you’ll need to provide valid identification. Acceptable options include:
- A current, valid U.S. driver’s license
- A U.S. passport in good condition, even if expired
- A naturalization or citizenship certificate
- A government-issued employee ID (city, state, or federal)
- A U.S. military ID or dependent ID
- A valid foreign passport
- A Mexican Matricula Consular ID (often used for child applicants)
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Submit Your Existing U.S. Passport
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Submit Your Existing U.S. Passport- You’ll need to include your most recent U.S. passport with your application, and it must be in good condition.
- Once your new passport is issued, your previous passport will be returned to you.
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Provide Your Travel Itinerary
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Provide Your Travel ItineraryIf you have upcoming travel plans, include your itinerary with your application. This can help support faster processing based on your timeline. Don’t have confirmed plans yet? You can still move forward with your application.
We help review your travel details and guide you on what to include to keep your process moving without delays.
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Submit Your Passport Photos
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Submit Your Passport PhotosYou’ll need to provide a recent passport photo that meets current requirements:
- Size must be 2″ x 2″
- Taken on a plain white background
- Captured within the last 30 days
If you’re unsure about photo requirements, we assist in reviewing your photos to help ensure they meet the necessary standards and avoid delays.
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Name Change Due to Marriage or Divorce
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Name Change Due to Marriage or Divorce
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Mailing Your Application? Complete Two Authorization Letters
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Mailing Your Application? Complete Two Authorization LettersIf you’re sending your application by mail, you’ll need to complete two Letters of Authorization and include them with your documents. We guide you through this step to make sure everything is filled out correctly and included, helping you avoid delays in the process.
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Applying by Mail? Submit a Completed Service Order Form
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Applying by Mail? Submit a Completed Service Order FormGovernment Expedite Fees must be paid by cashiers check or money order, payable to “US Department of State”.
Service
- Limited Validity Replacement Passport dependent upon application type.
- Sameday Passport visa offers clients the ability to pay everything by debit card, cash or check and we will obtain the money order for an additional fee of $10.00.
Total Fees
Government Fees + Sameday Passport Expedite Fees + Return FedEx Shipping Fees = Total Fees
Total Fees
Your total cost is made up of government charges, our expediting service fee, and return shipping via FedEx.
Optional Service. We only return passports using FedEx.
Service
- You can include a prepaid return air bill in which case you will not be charged.
- You can provide a FedEx account number and we will generate the air bill – an additional fee of $5 will be charged to your work order.
Total Fees
Government Fees + Sameday Passport Expedite Fees + Return FedEx Shipping Fees = Total Fees
Step-by-Step Renewal Process
- Call
(323) 208-5755and explain your deadline. - Confirm that a new passport application is the correct path.
- Prepare Form DS-11, but do not sign it until instructed by the authorized acceptance agent or passport employee.
- Gather proof of U.S. citizenship, photo ID, passport photo, and proof of travel if urgent.
- Review fees and shipping options.
- Attend the required in-person acceptance or agency step.
- Track the application and respond quickly if the passport agency requests more information.
Documents To Prepare
- Completed Form DS-11
- Proof of U.S. citizenship, such as a certified birth certificate, naturalization certificate, or previous full-validity passport if available
- Government-issued photo ID
- Photocopy of ID
- One compliant passport photo
- Travel itinerary or proof of urgent travel
- Government fee payments
- Prior passport, if you have one
- Supporting documents for name change or special circumstances, if applicable
What If You Do Not Have Every Document Yet?
Call before guessing. The missing document determines the next step. Some travelers need to obtain a certified birth certificate. Others need alternate citizenship evidence, ID photocopies, or name-change documents. SameDay Passport & Visas can help you identify the gap before you lose time at an appointment.
Why Choose SameDay Passport & Visas
New passport cases are document-heavy. SameDay Passport & Visas helps travelers understand the right form, gather the required evidence, review photo and ID issues, and prepare for the in-person step. That support matters most when the trip is close and there is little room for a rejected application packet.
Service Overview
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Customer Questions
Emergency New Passport FAQs
I had a passport years ago. Why would I need a new passport instead of a renewal?
Having had a passport before is not enough to qualify for renewal. If it was issued more than 15 years ago, issued before you were 16, badly damaged, unavailable, or reported lost or stolen, the case often becomes a new DS-11 application. We check that distinction first because it changes the entire process.
Can a first-time passport be handled as an emergency?
Yes, if your travel deadline qualifies and the required documents can be made complete in time. First-time emergency cases depend heavily on citizenship evidence, ID, travel proof, photo, fees, and the in-person step. The fastest cases are the ones where identity and citizenship are clean before the applicant reaches the counter.
Can I use a photocopy of my birth certificate for a new passport?
Usually no as your main citizenship evidence. A new-passport case normally needs original or certified citizenship evidence. If you only have a photocopy, call before the appointment so we can discuss whether you need a certified replacement, secondary evidence, or another route.
What if I cannot find my birth certificate and I fly soon?
That is a real timing problem, not just a paperwork detail. The options depend on whether another citizenship document exists, whether a certified copy can be obtained quickly, and whether a file search or secondary evidence is realistic. We would rather identify that gap immediately than have you discover it at the acceptance window.
Should I sign Form DS-11 before I arrive?
No. DS-11 is signed when instructed by the authorized acceptance agent or passport agency staff. Signing too early is one of the avoidable mistakes that can waste an urgent appointment.
My driver's license is from another state or my ID situation is messy. Can I still apply?
- Possibly, but bring more identity support than you think you need. New-passport cases can slow down when the ID does not clearly support the applicant. We look at the primary ID, photocopies, alternate IDs, and whether the name and address story will make sense at submission.
Do I need proof of travel for an emergency new passport?
- Yes for urgent agency handling. A printed flight itinerary, cruise document, or dated travel record is much stronger than a general plan. The deadline helps determine whether the emergency path is available.
What happens if the acceptance facility rejects my documents?
- We identify the rejection reason and rebuild the path around the remaining time. It may be a photo issue, missing citizenship evidence, a signature problem, weak ID, wrong fee, or an incomplete form. The earlier we review the packet, the less likely the appointment becomes a wasted trip.
Can you help for a cruise, family emergency, study trip, or business trip?
Yes. The travel reason matters because it tells us what proof and timing details to prepare. Family travel, business travel, study abroad, and cruises can all become urgent passport cases, but the document packet still has to prove who is applying and when the passport is needed.
How much does an emergency new passport cost?
SameDay Passport & Visas service help is listed in the repo drafts as starting at $199 service fee plus government fees and shipping. Confirm the current quote before publishing. Current government examples for an adult DS-11 passport book include a $130 application fee, a $35 acceptance fee, and a $60 expedited service fee when expedited handling applies. Shipping or delivery can add more.
How do I know whether I need a passport agency or an acceptance facility?
- Your deadline and case type decide the route. Many DS-11 applicants start with an acceptance facility, but urgent travel within the agency window may require an agency appointment. We ask for the travel date first because the wrong route can cost too much time.
I need a passport and then a visa. Which problem should I solve first?
- Start with the passport timeline because the visa cannot move cleanly without a valid passport. If a foreign visa is needed within 28 calendar days, that may affect urgent passport appointment eligibility. We review the passport and visa deadlines together so one delay does not create the next one.
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Our Locations
We take the complexity and uncertainty out of the visa application process by working directly with foreign consulates on your behalf.
Los Angeles
145 S Fairfax Ave Suite 375, Los Angeles, CA 90036, United States
Miami
Beverly Blvd
Arlington
1420 N Cooper St Suite 108 Arlington, TX 76011
Austin
6901 N Lamar Blvd Suite 126 Austin, TX 78752
Dallas
811 S Central Expy Suite #500 Richardson, TX 75080
New York
347 5th Ave Suite 1212 A New York, NY 10016
Houston
2100 West Loop South Suite 900 Houston, TX 77027
Washington DC
1441 L St NW Suite #1231 Washington, DC 20005