Southeast Iowa business trip to London with two weeks notice? Mississippi River cruise and your passport expired? Snake Alley Art Fair weekend trip to Canada need fast documents? We help Burlington 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
Burlington 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 Burlington 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Replacement for water-damaged, torn, or otherwise mutilated passports that are no longer valid for travel.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 brick streets of Snake Alley and the riverfront bluffs of Burlington to the Civil War landmarks of Keokuk, from the charming town squares of Mount Pleasant and Washington to the manufacturing community of Fort Madison, from the Danish heritage of Danville to the agricultural towns of Mediapolis and New London — Fast Passport Center serves the entire Southeast Iowa and Mississippi River region. We regularly help travelers from Des Moines County, Lee County, and surrounding areas get their passports fast without the 275-mile drive to Chicago.
Fast Passport Center — Serving Burlington Area
Serving all of Des Moines County and the Mississippi River region including Lee, Henry, and Louisa counties
Serving all of Des Moines County and the Mississippi River region including Lee, Henry, and Louisa counties
Courier pickup available throughout the Burlington 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 Burlington remotely via secure courier. We do not have a walk-in office in Burlington — 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 Des Moines County and Southeast Iowa.
Start My Passport24–48 Hour Processing
Emergency courier submission for urgent Southeast 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
Mississippi River Region
Serving Burlington, Fort Madison, Keokuk, and the Tri-State area
We serve all Burlington neighborhoods and the surrounding Southeast Iowa area including West Burlington, Fort Madison, Mount Pleasant, Keokuk, Muscatine, Mediapolis, Danville, Fairfield, Ottumwa, and Washington. If you are anywhere in Des Moines County, Lee County, or the Mississippi River Valley, we have you covered.
Why Travelers Choose Fast Passport Center
Reviews
Burlington and Des Moines County travelers trust us when their departure is days away. Here is what some of them have to say.
“Our Italy vacation was in 5 days and I realized my passport had expired. Fast Passport Center had my renewal in 32 hours. I never left Burlington. Snake Alley to Rome in a week — insanity!”
Patricia V.
Burlington, IA
“Medical emergency in Mexico City. Fast Passport Center got my passport in 26 hours. The dedicated agent handled everything. Best service I've ever used.”
Ron C.
Fort Madison, IA
“Both kids needed first passports for our Caribbean cruise. Fast Passport Center walked us through the child passport process. Got them in 4 days. Amazing for Southeast Iowa families.”
Kathy M.
West Burlington, 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 Burlington facility. Appointments strongly recommended. Call ahead to confirm passport acceptance hours.
Accepts passport applications. Good alternative to post office. Appointment recommended.
Serves Lee County. Full passport services available.
Serves Keokuk and Tri-State area. Full passport services available.
Serves Henry 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 275 miles east of Burlington via I-74/I-55. 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 275 miles east of Burlington via I-74/I-55
Avoid Delays
Burlington travelers often face a 4.5-hour drive to the nearest regional passport agency in Chicago. Here are the most common mistakes that cause delays.
Burlington 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 Des Moines County acceptance facilities.
Fees change frequently. Many Burlington 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 Southeast Iowa families at the clerk.
Burlington 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 Burlington 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 Burlington.
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 Burlington address — trackable every step of the way.
Most Burlington travelers start online and ship documents overnight — no office visit required for most services.
Questions?
Have questions about expedited passports in Burlington? Here are the most common ones we hear from Southeast Iowa travelers.
Yes. Fast Passport Center provides emergency passport services in Burlington 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 4.5-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 Burlington
Your passport application requires two identical 2"×2" passport photos taken within the last 6 months. Popular passport photo locations in Burlington include:
Walmart Supercenter — Burlington
324 W Agency Rd, West Burlington, IA 52655
Mon–Sun: 6AM–11PM
Walgreens — Burlington
300 N Main St, Burlington, IA 52601
Mon–Sun: 7AM–11PM
CVS Pharmacy — Fort Madison
1013 Avenue H, Fort Madison, IA 52627
Mon–Sun: 8AM–10PM
Walmart Supercenter — Mount Pleasant
310 W Washington St, Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
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 Burlington
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 Burlington.
Iowa DOT — Burlington
3131 Kirkwood St, Burlington, IA 52601
Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM
Driver license and REAL ID services. Appointment recommended.
Iowa DOT — Mount Pleasant
109 E Washington St, Mount Pleasant, IA 52641
Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM
Serves Henry County. REAL ID available. Appointment recommended.
Iowa DOT — Fort Madison
2683 340th St, Fort Madison, IA 52627
Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM
Serves Lee County. REAL ID available.
Appointment recommended — walk-in wait times can be long. Book your slot online before visiting.
Airports
Airports Serving Burlington Travelers
Burlington 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.
Southeast Iowa Regional Airport
2515 Summer St, Burlington, IA 52601
Regional airport with direct flights to St. Louis via Air Choice One. About 10 minutes from downtown Burlington.
BRL AirportQuad Cities International Airport
2200 69th Ave, Moline, IL 61265
Regional airport with direct flights to major hubs. About 1 hour 25 minutes from Burlington.
MLI AirportDes Moines International Airport
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321
Major Iowa airport with direct flights nationwide. About 2 hours 45 minutes from Burlington.
DSM 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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