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Emergency & Expedited Passport Services in Daly City, CA

Passport expired before your trip? Need an emergency passport fast? We help Daly City and Peninsula travelers get their expedited passports as quickly as 24 hours. A+ BBB rated. No office visit required.

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Processing Times

Passport Processing Options in Daly City

Daly City 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.

Emergency Only
24

Hours*

Regional Agency Processing

Strictly for documented life-or-death emergencies. You must obtain an appointment in advance — no walk-ins permitted.

  • Appointment required — no walk-ins allowed
  • Life-or-death emergencies only
  • Bereavement or medical crisis
  • Expect to wait all day or return next day
Recommended
Most Popular
3–9

Business Days

Fast Passport Center

  • Registered U.S. Department of State Courier
  • Reserved agency submission
  • Predictable turnaround
  • Ideal for upcoming trips
  • Document review included
  • Dedicated agent assigned to your case
  • Daily status updates — never left guessing
  • Not affected by government shutdowns
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Standard Expedited
3–5

Weeks

Fast Passport Center

  • Registered U.S. Department of State Courier
  • Reserved agency submission
  • Faster than self-service
  • Good for planned travel
  • Document review included
  • Dedicated agent assigned to your case
  • Daily status updates — never left guessing
  • Not affected by government shutdowns
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Slowest
1–3

Months

Self-Service (Post Office)

  • No courier access — standard mail only
  • Workload & wait times shift with shutdowns and budget fights
  • In-person clerk appointment required
  • No document review — errors cause rejection
  • No dedicated agent — you are on your own
  • Updates only by physical mail letter
  • No phone or email contact for your case
  • Can't upgrade speed after submission
  • Not suitable if travel is within 10 weeks
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*Processing speed depends on eligibility and documentation. Not all applicants qualify for Regional Agency Processing.

Our Services

Passport Services We Expedite for Daly City Travelers

Whether you need a renewal, a first-time passport, or an emergency replacement — Fast Passport Center handles it with reserved courier submission availability.

Most Popular

Emergency Passport

For travelers with immediate departure needs — as fast as 24 hours for urgent Peninsula international flights.

  • 24–48 hour turnaround available
  • Registered courier hand-delivery
  • Flight verification support
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Passport Renewal

Fast renewal for adults with a passport issued within the last 15 years at age 16 or older.

  • No clerk visit required for most
  • Mail-in or courier options
  • Lost passport replacement available
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New Passport

First-time passport application guidance with acceptance clerk appointment support.

  • Acceptance facility locator
  • Form DS-11 assistance
  • Photo requirement guidance
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Urgent

Lost or Stolen Passport

Passport replacement with DS-64 form guidance and police report documentation.

  • DS-64 form assistance
  • Identity verification support
  • Emergency replacement options
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Child Passport

Passport services for minors under 16 with parental consent and acceptance clerk support.

  • DS-11 form for minors
  • Parental consent guidance
  • Both parents presence rules
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Name Change

Passport correction and name change service after marriage, divorce, or legal changes.

  • DS-5504 or DS-82 guidance
  • Marriage certificate support
  • Court order documentation
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Service Area

Serving Daly City & California

From the hillside neighborhoods of Daly City to the coastal communities of Pacifica, from San Bruno to South San Francisco — Fast Passport Center serves the entire Peninsula. We regularly help travelers from Burlingame, Millbrae, and San Mateo get their passports fast.

Fast Passport Center — Serving Daly City Area

Serving all of San Mateo County

Serving all of San Mateo County

Courier pickup available throughout the Daly City area

Fast Passport Center serves Daly City remotely via secure courier. We do not have a walk-in office in Daly City — 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 Peninsula travelers.

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24–48 Hour Processing

Emergency courier submission for urgent Peninsula departures

Registered Courier

U.S. Department of State approved passport expediting

Dedicated Agent

A real person assigned to your case from start to finish

Document Shipping

Prepaid overnight labels to our processing center

Cities & Communities We Serve

Daly City
94014, 94015, 94017
South San Francisco
94080, 94083
San Bruno
94066, 94067
Pacifica
94044, 94045
Brisbane
94005
Colma
94014
Broadmoor
94014
Millbrae
94030
Burlingame
94010, 94011
San Mateo
94401–94404
Foster City
94404
Half Moon Bay
94019

We serve all Daly City neighborhoods and nearby San Mateo County cities including South San Francisco, San Bruno, Pacifica, Millbrae, Burlingame, and San Mateo. If you are on the Peninsula, we have you covered.

Reviews

What Daly City Area Travelers Say

Daly City and Peninsula travelers trust us when their departure is days away. Here is what some of them have to say.

“My flight to Seoul was in 2 days and I realized my passport was expired. Fast Passport Center got me a new one in 36 hours. Absolutely saved my business trip.”

Daniel K.

Daly City, CA

Emergency Passport

“I needed to renew my passport for a family vacation to Hawaii. The process was smooth, they reviewed my documents, and I had my passport in 4 days. Highly recommend.”

Linda M.

South San Francisco, CA

Passport Renewal

“Lost my passport the week before my honeymoon to Italy. They walked me through the DS-64 process and got me a replacement in 2 days. Incredible service.”

Robert C.

San Bruno, CA

Lost Passport

“As a frequent international traveler from the Peninsula, I can't afford passport delays. Fast Passport Center has been my go-to for years. Professional and reliable.”

Angela W.

Pacifica, CA

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Passport Acceptance Clerks

Passport Acceptance Facilities Near Daly City

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.

Daly City Post Office

USPS Passport Acceptance Facility
1100 Hillside Blvd, Daly City, CA 94014
Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
0.5 miles from downtown Daly City
Appointment Required

Acceptance hours are limited. Appointments required. Call ahead to confirm passport acceptance times.

South San Francisco Post Office

USPS Passport Acceptance Facility
400 Grand Ave, South San Francisco, CA 94080
Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
1.5 miles from South San Francisco BART
Appointment Required

Busy location — book appointments 2+ weeks in advance. Limited weekend hours.

San Bruno Post Office

USPS Passport Acceptance Facility
555 El Camino Real, San Bruno, CA 94066
Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
0.8 miles from San Bruno BART
Appointment Required

Popular for mid-Peninsula residents. Appointment strongly recommended.

Millbrae Post Office

USPS Passport Acceptance Facility
501 Magnolia Ave, Millbrae, CA 94030
Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
1.0 miles from Millbrae BART/Caltrain
Appointment Required

Convenient for southern San Mateo County residents. Photo services available. Book ahead.

Burlingame Post Office

USPS Passport Acceptance Facility
830 Burlingame Ave, Burlingame, CA 94010
Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
0.5 miles from Burlingame Caltrain
Appointment Required

Convenient for central Peninsula residents. Limited passport hours — call to confirm.

San Mateo County Clerk

County Clerk Passport Acceptance
555 County Center, Redwood City, CA 94063
Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
12 miles from Daly City
Appointment Required

Major county facility with extended hours. Accepts walk-ins but appointments recommended for faster service.

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.

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Emergency Passports

Regional Passport Agency vs. Fast Passport Center

If you need your passport within two weeks, the San Francisco Passport Agency is your only do-it-yourself option — Located in downtown San Francisco — approximately 15–25 minutes from Daly City via I-280 or BART. Getting an appointment there is rarely straightforward. Fast Passport Center gives you a faster, simpler path without the uncertainty.

Feature
Regional Passport Agency
Fast Passport Center
Appointment Needed
Yes — call NPIC, limited slots
No — we handle everything for you
Processing Speed
Same-day if approved (rare)
24–48 hours guaranteed for emergency
Document Review
No — rejected if wrong
Yes — we check before submission
Travel to Agency
Yes — downtown San Francisco
No — ship from home or office
Agent Support
No — government clerk only
Yes — dedicated agent assigned
Status Updates
No — no tracking provided
Yes — daily email updates
Guaranteed Timing
No — subject to availability
Yes — contractual turnaround times
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San Francisco Passport Agency — 450 Golden Gate Ave, San Francisco, CA 94102 — Located in downtown San Francisco — approximately 15–25 minutes from Daly City via I-280 or BART

Avoid Delays

Common Emergency & Expedited Passport Application Mistakes in Daly City

With SFO just minutes away, Daly City travelers can't afford passport delays. Here are the most common mistakes we see.

Wrong Photo Size or Background

Peninsula photo shops often use generic sizes. Passport photos must be exactly 2×2 inches with a white or off-white background.

Incomplete DS-11 Form

Missing signatures or using the wrong form type are the #1 reasons for rejection at Peninsula acceptance facilities.

Wrong Payment Amount

Fees change frequently. Many Peninsula applicants show up with incorrect checks and have to reschedule their appointment.

No Proof of Travel

Without flight confirmation or travel itinerary, the San Francisco regional agency will turn you away for emergency appointments.

Missing Parental Consent

For minors, both parents must appear or submit notarized consent. This trips up many Peninsula families at the clerk.

Waiting Too Long to Start

Peninsula 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.

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Simple Process

How Our Expedited Process Works

Most Daly City travelers complete everything online and ship documents overnight. No need to drive to San Francisco or wait in line at the regional agency.

1

Apply Online

Complete your application on our secure website in under 10 minutes.

2

Ship Documents

We send you a prepaid overnight label. Drop your documents at any UPS location in Daly City.

3

We Review

Our team checks every document for accuracy before hand-delivering to the State Department.

4

Processing

Your passport is processed at a U.S. Department of State facility using our registered courier slots.

5

Delivery

We overnight your new passport back to your Daly City address — trackable every step of the way.

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Most Daly City travelers start online and ship documents overnight — no office visit required for most services.

Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions about expedited passports in Daly City? Here are the most common ones we hear from Peninsula travelers.

Yes. Fast Passport Center provides emergency passport services in Daly City 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 for most Peninsula travelers.

Still have questions? Our team is here to help.

Call 877-253-0084

Local Resources

Helpful Resources for Daly City Travelers

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 Daly City

Your passport application requires two identical 2"×2" passport photos taken within the last 6 months. Popular passport photo locations in Daly City include:

CVS Pharmacy — Daly City

3 Serramonte Center, Daly City, CA 94015

Mon–Sun: 8AM–10PM

Walgreens — South San Francisco

225 Grand Ave, South San Francisco, CA 94080

Mon–Sun: 7AM–11PM

FedEx Office — San Bruno

1150 El Camino Real, San Bruno, CA 94066

Mon–Fri: 7AM–9PM, Sat: 8AM–6PM

UPS Store — Millbrae

1350 El Camino Real, Millbrae, CA 94030

Mon–Fri: 8AM–7PM, Sat: 9AM–5PM

Walmart — Daly City

1500 Sloat Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94132

Mon–Sun: 6AM–11PM

Rite Aid — Pacifica

2000 Francisco Blvd, Pacifica, CA 94044

Mon–Sun: 8AM–10PM

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 Daly City

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 Daly City.

DMV — Daly City

1500 Sullivan Ave, Daly City, CA 94015

Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM

REAL ID and driver's license renewals. Appointment required.

DMV — San Bruno

420 E San Bruno Ave, San Bruno, CA 94066

Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM

Passport-ready photo services available. Online appointment booking.

DMV — South San Francisco

429 E Grand Ave, South San Francisco, CA 94080

Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM

REAL ID processing. Walk-ins limited — book online first.

DMV — Redwood City

300 Brewster Ave, Redwood City, CA 94063

Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM

Full-service center for San Mateo County residents.

Appointment recommended — walk-in wait times can be long. Book your slot online before visiting.

Airports

Airports Serving Daly City Travelers

Daly City 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.

SFOPrimary

San Francisco International Airport

5 miles from Daly City

San Francisco, CA 94128

The closest major international airport for Daly City travelers. Direct flights to Asia, Europe, and Latin America.

SFO Flight Info
OAK

Oakland International Airport

20 miles from Daly City

1 Airport Dr, Oakland, CA 94621

Alternative international airport for East Bay and Peninsula travelers. Direct flights to Mexico and Europe.

Oakland Airport
SJC

San Jose International Airport

35 miles from Daly City

1701 Airport Blvd, San Jose, CA 95110

Convenient for South Bay travelers. Domestic flights and some international connections.

San Jose Airport

Passport 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

Emergency & Expedited Passport Services Near You

Fast Passport Center provides emergency passport and expedited passport processing in California. We also serve travelers in nearby states including Arizona and Oregon. Click a state below for local acceptance facilities, processing times, and fast passport options.

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