Southwest St. Louis County business trip to Amsterdam on short notice? Meramec River Valley family vacation to Costa Rica with expired passports? Amtrak commuter heading to Europe needs fast documents? We help Kirkwood 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
3 Ways to Get a U.S. Passport
Option 1
Registered Courier
Urgent
2–9 Days
Standard
3–5 Weeks
The U.S. Department of State created the registered courier program to give travelers another option. For urgent travel, registered couriers have daily submission availability that can deliver passports in as little as 2–9 days. For travelers with more time, a 3–5 week service provides personalized support throughout the entire process.
Option 2
Post Office / Mail-In
1–2 Months
The DIY route is the option most travelers know. Apply at a local acceptance facility or renew by mail or online when eligible. It's often the lowest-cost option and works well if you have plenty of time before your trip. If an issue is discovered after submission, you'll be notified by USPS and your application will be placed on hold until the problem is resolved by mail. Not recommended within 30 days of departure.
Option 3
Regional Agency
24 Hours
Emergency-only in-person visits at a U.S. Department of State Passport Agency. Requires a confirmed NPIC appointment and documented urgent travel with proof. Applicants should expect to spend most of the day at the agency and may be instructed to return the following business day to pick up their passport.
Business Days
Weeks
Months
Hours*
The Chicago Passport Agency is the nearest passport agency — Located in downtown Chicago — approximately 295 miles northeast of Kirkwood via I-55. You must secure an NPIC appointment in advance — no walk-ins permitted. Be prepared: the drive, parking, wait time, and possibly being told to return the next day to pick up your passport can turn a one-day trip into two.
*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.
International flight in 24–72 hours? Our emergency courier service submits directly via reserved agency slots — as fast as 24 hours. For urgent, last-minute travel that cannot wait.
Already hold a U.S. passport? We help residents renew fast — no agency visit required for most renewals. Perfect for professionals, families, and retirees preparing for international travel.
First-time applicants require an in-person acceptance clerk visit. We guide you through every step with clear instructions for the nearest acceptance location.
Replacements require additional forms. We guide you through DS-64 and everything needed to avoid costly mistakes — so your international connection or overseas trip is not derailed.
Minors require parental participation and an in-person acceptance step. We provide clear instructions and checklists so your family vacation or trip abroad stays on schedule.
After marriage, divorce, or a legal name change — we assist with corrected passports so your travel documents match your reservations. Common for professionals after name changes.
Need a second passport for frequent international travel? Ideal for corporate executives, tech workers, and consultants who travel internationally while their primary passport is in visa processing.
Replacing a significantly damaged passport is faster than you think. We guide you through the process so your international itinerary or corporate travel stays on track.
The passport card is a wallet-size travel document for land and sea crossings to Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Bermuda. We expedite passport card applications with the same courier service as book passports.
Service Area
Fast Passport Center — Serving Kirkwood Area
Serving all of southwest St. Louis County including Webster Groves, Des Peres, Crestwood, and communities along the I-44 corridor
Serving all of southwest St. Louis County including Webster Groves, Des Peres, Crestwood, and communities along the I-44 corridor
Courier pickup available throughout the Kirkwood 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 Kirkwood remotely via secure courier. We do not have a walk-in office in Kirkwood — 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 southwest St. Louis County.
Start My Passport24–48 Hour Processing
Emergency courier submission for urgent St. Louis County departures
Registered Courier
U.S. Department of State approved passport expediting
Dedicated Agent
A real person assigned to your case from start to finish
Southwest St. Louis County
Serving Kirkwood, Webster Groves, Des Peres, and the I-44 corridor
We serve all Kirkwood neighborhoods and the surrounding southwest St. Louis County area including Webster Groves, Des Peres, Crestwood, Sunset Hills, Glendale, and Ladue. If you are anywhere along the I-44 corridor in St. Louis County, we have you covered.
Why Travelers Choose Fast Passport Center
Reviews
Kirkwood and southwest St. Louis County travelers trust us when their departure is days away. Here is what some of them have to say.
“Had a Paris anniversary trip booked and my husband's passport was expired with 3 days to go. Fast Passport Center got it renewed in 29 hours. We made our flight! From Kirkwood to the Eiffel Tower — incredible.”
Margaret S.
Kirkwood, MO
“Emergency business trip to Tokyo with 4 days notice. Fast Passport Center handled my entire application. The dedicated agent called me twice with updates. Got my passport in 36 hours. Unmatched service.”
Tom B.
Webster Groves, MO
“Both my teenagers needed first passports for a school trip to Costa Rica. Fast Passport Center walked us through the child process and got both in 4 days. Saved our trip and my sanity!”
Rachel D.
Des Peres, MO
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 Kirkwood facility. Appointments strongly recommended. Call ahead to confirm passport acceptance hours.
Accepts passport applications at county seat. Good alternative to post office. Appointment recommended.
Serves Webster Groves and eastern Kirkwood area. Full passport services available.
Serves Crestwood and southern Kirkwood area. Full passport services available.
Accepts passport applications at Des Peres City Hall. Appointment recommended.
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 295 miles northeast of Kirkwood via I-55. Getting an appointment there is rarely straightforward. Fast Passport Center gives you a faster, simpler path without the uncertainty.
Regional passport agency appointments are routinely booked 2–4 weeks out — and walk-ins are never accepted. If you searched for an appointment and came up empty, Fast Passport Center's registered courier channel is your fastest next step. No appointment. No waiting in line at the federal building. Processing as fast as 2–3 business days.
Get StartedChicago Passport Agency — 101 Ida B. Wells Drive, 9th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604 — Located in downtown Chicago — approximately 295 miles northeast of Kirkwood via I-55
Avoid Delays
Kirkwood travelers often face a 5-hour drive to the nearest regional passport agency in Chicago. Here are the most common mistakes that cause delays.
Kirkwood 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 St. Louis County acceptance facilities.
Fees change frequently. Many Kirkwood 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 St. Louis County families at the clerk.
Kirkwood 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 Kirkwood 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 Kirkwood.
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 Kirkwood address — trackable every step of the way.
Most Kirkwood travelers start online and ship documents overnight — no office visit required for most services.
Questions?
Have questions about expedited passports in Kirkwood? Here are the most common ones we hear from St. Louis County travelers.
Yes. Fast Passport Center provides emergency passport services in Kirkwood 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-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 Kirkwood
Your passport application requires two identical 2"×2" passport photos taken within the last 6 months. Popular passport photo locations in Kirkwood include:
Walmart Supercenter — Kirkwood
1200 S Kirkwood Rd, Kirkwood, MO 63122
Mon–Sun: 6AM–11PM
Walgreens — Kirkwood
10445 Manchester Rd, Kirkwood, MO 63122
Mon–Sun: 7AM–11PM
CVS Pharmacy — Webster Groves
8590 Big Bend Blvd, Webster Groves, MO 63119
Mon–Sun: 8AM–10PM
Target — Brentwood
25 Brentwood Promenade Ct, Brentwood, MO 63144
Mon–Sat: 8AM–10PM, Sun: 8AM–9PM
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.
Vital Records
Birth, Death, Marriage & Divorce Records — Kirkwood
If you need a certified copy of your birth certificate for a passport application, a marriage certificate for a name change, or a divorce decree to support your passport correction, here are the official sources for vital records for Kirkwood residents. Most records can be ordered online for delivery within 5–10 business days.
Birth & Death Certificates (MO DHSS)
Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services for birth and death certificates statewide
Get RecordsMarriage Licenses (St. Louis County Recorder)
St. Louis County Recorder of Deeds for Kirkwood and St. Louis County
Get RecordsDivorce Decrees (St. Louis County Circuit Court)
St. Louis County Circuit Court for Kirkwood and St. Louis County
Get RecordsVitalChek Online Ordering
Order Missouri vital records online via VitalChek
Get RecordsDon't see your county? If the record you need was issued outside the area, visit VitalChek.com — the official online service for ordering vital records nationwide across all U.S. states and counties.
Driver's License & State ID
DMV Services Near Kirkwood
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 Kirkwood.
Missouri DOR — South County License Office
4542 Lemay Ferry Rd, St. Louis, MO 63129
Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM
Driver license and REAL ID services. Appointment recommended.
Missouri DOR — Maplewood License Office
7401 Manchester Rd, Maplewood, MO 63143
Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM
Serves Maplewood, Brentwood, and central county. REAL ID available.
Missouri DOR — Chesterfield License Office
15272 Manchester Rd, Ballwin, MO 63011
Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM
Serves Ballwin and western St. Louis County. REAL ID available.
Appointment recommended — walk-in wait times can be long. Book your slot online before visiting.
Airports
Airports Serving Kirkwood Travelers
Kirkwood 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.
St. Louis Lambert International Airport
10701 Lambert International Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63145
Major international airport with direct flights worldwide. About 25 minutes from Kirkwood via I-170/I-70.
STL AirportColumbia Regional Airport
11300 S Airport Dr, Columbia, MO 65201
Regional airport with direct flights to major hubs. About 2 hours from Kirkwood via I-70.
COU AirportAbraham Lincoln Capital Airport
1200 Capital Airport Dr, Springfield, IL 62707
Regional airport serving Springfield, IL. About 1 hour 50 minutes from Kirkwood via I-55.
SPI 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 Missouri. We also serve travelers in nearby states including Iowa, Illinois and Kentucky. Click a state below for local acceptance facilities, processing times, and fast passport options.
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