Des Moines metro business trip to Toronto with two weeks notice? Family vacation to Europe and your passport expired? Pufferbilly Days parade trip and you need documents fast? We help Boone residents get their passports fast — as fast as 24 hours. A+ BBB rated registered State Dept. courier. Best price guarantee. No office visit required.
Start My PassportProcessing Times
Boone travelers have several options. Here's how they compare — and why most choose a U.S. Department of State registered passport courier agency to handle their passport.
Hours*
Strictly for documented life-or-death emergencies. You must obtain an appointment in advance — no walk-ins permitted.
Business Days
Weeks
Months
*Processing speed depends on eligibility and documentation. Not all applicants qualify for Regional Agency Processing.
Our Services
Whether you need a renewal, a first-time passport, or an emergency replacement — Fast Passport Center handles it with reserved courier submission availability.
For Boone travelers with immediate departure needs — as fast as 24 hours for urgent international flights.
Fast renewal for adults with a passport issued within the last 15 years at age 16 or older.
First-time passport application guidance with acceptance clerk appointment support.
Passport replacement with DS-64 form guidance and police report documentation.
Passport services for minors under 16 with parental consent and acceptance clerk support.
Passport correction and name change service after marriage, divorce, or legal changes.
Wallet-sized U.S. Passport Card for land and sea travel to Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, and the Caribbean.
Replacement for water-damaged, torn, or otherwise mutilated passports that are no longer valid for travel.
Obtain a second valid U.S. passport for frequent international travelers who need overlapping visas.
Service Area
From the historic railroad yards and the Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad depot to the wooded bluffs of Ledges State Park, from the charming main streets of Ogden and Madrid to the college town of Ames, from the farm communities of Story City and Nevada to the county seat of Jefferson — Fast Passport Center serves the entire Boone County and Central Iowa region. We regularly help travelers from the Des Moines River Valley and beyond get their passports fast without the 340-mile drive to Chicago.
Fast Passport Center — Serving Boone Area
Serving all of Boone County and the Des Moines River Valley including Story, Greene, and Hamilton counties
Serving all of Boone County and the Des Moines River Valley including Story, Greene, and Hamilton counties
Courier pickup available throughout the Boone area
Local Office — By Appointment Only
525 N Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202
Visit us by appointment, or choose courier pickup and drop-off for added convenience.
Fast Passport Center serves Boone remotely via secure courier. We do not have a walk-in office in Boone — our registered couriers hand-deliver your documents directly to U.S. Department of State processing facilities. This is how we achieve 24–48 hour turnaround for Boone County and Central Iowa.
Start My Passport24–48 Hour Processing
Emergency courier submission for urgent Central Iowa departures
Registered Courier
U.S. Department of State approved passport expediting
Dedicated Agent
A real person assigned to your case from start to finish
Boone County Coverage
Serving Boone, Ames, Ogden, Madrid and the Des Moines River Valley
We serve all Boone neighborhoods and the surrounding Central Iowa area including Ames, Ogden, Madrid, Story City, Jefferson, Perry, Webster City, Fort Dodge, Nevada, Huxley, Ankeny, and Des Moines. If you are anywhere in Boone County, Story County, or the Des Moines River Valley, we have you covered.
Why Travelers Choose Fast Passport Center
Reviews
Boone and Boone County travelers trust us when their departure is days away. Here is what some of them have to say.
“My passport expired right before our trip to Ireland. Fast Passport Center had my renewal in 30 hours. Never left Boone. Saved our family trip to Dublin.”
Derek M.
Boone, IA
“ISU study abroad trip to Germany — lost my passport 3 days before departure. Fast Passport Center had a replacement in 26 hours. Absolutely saved my semester.”
Laura S.
Ames, IA
“First-time passport for our family trip to Canada. Fast Passport Center walked us through every form. Got all 4 passports in 5 days. Incredible service.”
Tim R.
Madrid, IA
Passport Acceptance Clerks
First-time applicants — and most applicants who are not eligible for a standard mail-in renewal or a second passport — must apply in person at a passport acceptance clerk, and all locations require an appointment. This is the self-service option, typically chosen by those on a tighter budget who have at least 1–2+ months before travel and don't mind the slower, standard processing times.
If you want to use a registered U.S. Department of State courier to receive your passport in as little as 3 days, you must sign up with Fast Passport Center before going to the clerk. Once you apply at the clerk, your documents are sent through the standard route, and we cannot intervene or upgrade it to an expedited courier service afterward.
Primary Boone facility. Appointments strongly recommended. Call ahead to confirm passport acceptance hours.
Accepts passport applications. Good alternative to post office. Appointment recommended.
Large facility serving Story County. Full passport services available. Convenient for ISU travelers.
Serves Story County with extended hours. Appointment recommended.
Regional facility serving Webster County. Full passport services available.
Last chance — sign up now, before your clerk visit
If you need your passport fast, sign up with Fast Passport Center before you walk into that clerk appointment. Once your documents go through the standard route, they're gone — there's no pulling them back, no upgrading, no saving you after the fact. Don't wait and hope it works out.
Emergency Passports
If you need your passport within two weeks, the Chicago Passport Agency is your only do-it-yourself option — Located in downtown Chicago — approximately 340 miles east of Boone via I-80/I-88. Getting an appointment there is rarely straightforward. Fast Passport Center gives you a faster, simpler path without the uncertainty.
Chicago Passport Agency — 101 Ida B. Wells Drive, 9th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604 — Located in downtown Chicago — approximately 340 miles east of Boone via I-80/I-88
Avoid Delays
Boone travelers often face a 5.5-hour drive to the nearest regional passport agency in Chicago. Here are the most common mistakes that cause delays.
Boone photo shops often use generic sizes. Passport photos must be exactly 2×2 inches with a white or off-white background.
Missing signatures or using the wrong form type are the #1 reasons for rejection at Boone County acceptance facilities.
Fees change frequently. Many Boone applicants show up with incorrect payment and have to reschedule their appointment.
Without flight confirmation or travel itinerary, the Chicago regional agency will turn you away for emergency appointments.
For minors, both parents must appear or submit notarized consent. This trips up many Central Iowa families at the clerk.
Boone travelers often assume standard processing will be fine. It takes 8–11 weeks. Start expedited at least 3 weeks before travel.
We check everything for you.
Fast Passport Center reviews your documents before submission — so you don't have to worry about these mistakes causing a delay.
Simple Process
Most Boone travelers complete everything online and ship documents overnight. No need to drive to Chicago or wait in line at the regional agency.
Complete your application on our secure website in under 10 minutes.
We send you a prepaid overnight label. Drop your documents at any UPS location in Boone.
Our team checks every document for accuracy before hand-delivering to the State Department.
Your passport is processed at a U.S. Department of State facility using our registered courier slots.
We overnight your new passport back to your Boone address — trackable every step of the way.
Most Boone travelers start online and ship documents overnight — no office visit required for most services.
Questions?
Have questions about expedited passports in Boone? Here are the most common ones we hear from Central Iowa travelers.
Yes. Fast Passport Center provides emergency passport services in Boone for travelers with urgent international flights. Our registered couriers hand-deliver your documents directly to U.S. Department of State facilities, achieving 24–48 hour turnaround — without the 5.5-hour drive to Chicago.
Still have questions? Our team is here to help.
Call 877-253-0084Local Resources
Getting your passport ready involves more than just the application. Here are local resources to help you gather everything you need.
Passport Photos
Passport Photo Locations in Boone
Your passport application requires two identical 2"×2" passport photos taken within the last 6 months. Popular passport photo locations in Boone include:
Walmart Supercenter — Boone
1303 SE Marshall St, Boone, IA 50036
Mon–Sun: 6AM–11PM
Walgreens — Ames
620 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50010
Mon–Sun: 7AM–11PM
CVS Pharmacy — Ames
525 Kellogg Ave, Ames, IA 50010
Mon–Sun: 8AM–10PM
Walmart Supercenter — Ames
534 S Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010
Mon–Sun: 6AM–11PM
Tip: Wear a plain white or off-white top, no glasses, neutral expression. Photos must meet strict U.S. State Department specifications — ask the technician to confirm compliance before you leave.
Driver's License & State ID
DMV Services Near Boone
A valid government-issued photo ID is required for your passport application. If you need a new or renewed driver's license or REAL ID, here are the DMV service locations near Boone.
Iowa DOT — Boone
212 S Linn St, Boone, IA 50036
Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM
Driver license and REAL ID services at the Boone County Courthouse. Appointment recommended.
Iowa DOT — Ames
2525 University Blvd, Ames, IA 50010
Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM
Full service location. REAL ID available. Appointment recommended.
Iowa DOT — Fort Dodge
1115 S 17th St, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM
Serves Webster County. REAL ID available.
Appointment recommended — walk-in wait times can be long. Book your slot online before visiting.
Airports
Airports Serving Boone Travelers
Boone travelers use nearby airports for domestic and international travel. If your trip is coming up fast, make sure your passport is in hand well before your departure date.
Ames Municipal Airport
2501 S Airport Rd, Ames, IA 50010
General aviation airport serving Story County. About 20 minutes from Boone.
AMW AirportDes Moines International Airport
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321
Major regional airport with direct flights nationwide. About 55 minutes from Boone.
DSM AirportFort Dodge Regional Airport
1639 Nelson Ave, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
Regional airport with direct flights to Chicago via United Express. About 45 minutes from Boone.
FOD AirportPassport required for all international flights. If your departure is within two weeks, standard processing won't make it in time — expedited processing through Fast Passport Center is your most reliable option.
Service Network
Fast Passport Center provides emergency passport and expedited passport processing in Iowa. We also serve travelers in nearby states including Minnesota, Illinois and Missouri. Click a state below for local acceptance facilities, processing times, and fast passport options.
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