Lennox International conference in Mexico with 5 days notice and your passport expired? JBS Swift corporate trip to Brazil and no documents ready? Iowa Veterans Home staff heading to an international conference? We help Marshalltown and Central Iowa 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 the Chicago Loop — approximately 310 miles east of Marshalltown via US-30 and I-80. 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 Marshalltown Area
Serving all of Marshall County and the Central Iowa region including Tama, Grundy, Hardin, and surrounding counties
Serving all of Marshall County and the Central Iowa region including Tama, Grundy, Hardin, and surrounding counties
Courier pickup available throughout the Marshalltown 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 Marshalltown remotely via secure courier. We do not have a walk-in office in Marshalltown — 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 Marshall County and the entire Central Iowa region.
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
Central Iowa Coverage
Serving Marshall, Tama, Grundy, and surrounding counties
We serve all Marshalltown neighborhoods and the surrounding Central Iowa area including Tama, Toledo, State Center, Conrad, Grundy Center, Eldora, and Grinnell. If you are anywhere in Marshall County, Tama County, or Central Iowa, we have you covered.
Why Travelers Choose Fast Passport Center
Reviews
Marshalltown and Marshall County travelers trust us when their departure is days away. Here is what some of them have to say.
“Lennox International sent me to our Mexico plant with 6 days notice. Fast Passport Center renewed my passport in 2 days. My plant manager was stunned. Now Lennox HR has their number posted in the break room for international travel.”
Carlos M.
Marshalltown, IA
“JBS corporate trip to Brazil — 5 days notice and my passport expired. Fast Passport Center got it in 3 days. Made it to the São Paulo office right on schedule. My colleagues in Greeley asked how I did it so fast.”
Ron T.
Marshalltown, IA
“Retirement cruise from Barcelona — booked a year ago but forgot to check our passports. Both expired! Fast Passport Center renewed both in 4 days. We made it to the ship with 2 days to spare. First round of sangria was on us!”
Deb and Paul R.
Tama, 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 Marshalltown facility. Serves Marshall County. Appointments strongly recommended.
Accepts passport applications at the courthouse. Extended weekday hours. Good alternative.
Serves Tama and Tama County. Full passport services available.
Serves Poweshiek County. Full passport services available.
Serves Grundy County. Full passport services available.
Serves Hardin 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 the Chicago Loop — approximately 310 miles east of Marshalltown via US-30 and I-80. 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 Dr, 9th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604 — Located in the Chicago Loop — approximately 310 miles east of Marshalltown via US-30 and I-80
Avoid Delays
Central Iowa travelers often face a 5-plus-hour drive to the nearest regional passport agency in Chicago. Here are the most common mistakes that cause delays.
Small-town photo shops in Central Iowa 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 Marshall County acceptance facilities.
Fees change frequently. Many Marshalltown 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 Marshalltown Community School District families.
Marshalltown manufacturing workers often assume passports aren't needed for domestic travel. Start expedited at least 3 weeks before any international trip.
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 Marshalltown 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 Marshalltown.
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 Marshalltown address — trackable every step of the way.
Most Marshalltown travelers start online and ship documents overnight — no office visit required for most services.
Questions?
Have questions about expedited passports in Marshalltown? Here are the most common ones we hear from Central Iowa travelers.
Yes. Fast Passport Center provides emergency passport services in Marshalltown 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-plus-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 Marshalltown
Your passport application requires two identical 2"×2" passport photos taken within the last 6 months. Popular passport photo locations in Marshalltown include:
Walmart Supercenter — Marshalltown
2802 S Center St, Marshalltown, IA 50158
Mon–Sun: 6AM–11PM
Walgreens — Marshalltown
507 N 3rd Ave, Marshalltown, IA 50158
Mon–Sun: 7AM–11PM
Walmart Supercenter — Grinnell
1310 W St S, Grinnell, IA 50112
Mon–Sun: 6AM–11PM
Walmart Supercenter — Ames
534 S Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010
Mon–Sun: 6AM–11PM
CVS Pharmacy — Ames
2717 Grand Ave, Ames, IA 50010
Mon–Sun: 8AM–10PM
FedEx Office — West Des Moines
6305 Mills Civic Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Mon–Fri: 7AM–9PM, Sat: 8AM–6PM
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 — Marshalltown
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 Marshalltown residents. Most records can be ordered online for delivery within 5–10 business days.
Birth Certificate
Request certified birth certificates from the Iowa Department of Public Health Vital Records. Online, mail, or in-person options for Marshall County residents.
Get RecordsDeath Certificate
Obtain certified death certificates through IDPH Vital Records. Required for estate, insurance, and legal matters.
Get RecordsMarriage Certificate
Request marriage license records from the Marshall County Recorder. Certified copies available for name changes.
Get RecordsDivorce Decree
Obtain certified divorce records through the Marshall County Clerk of Court. Required for name change passport corrections.
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 Marshalltown
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 Marshalltown.
Iowa DOT — Marshalltown Driver's License
3408 S Center St, Marshalltown, IA 50158
Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM
Driver license and REAL ID services for Marshall County. Appointment recommended.
Iowa DOT — Grinnell Driver's License
220 4th Ave W, Grinnell, IA 50112
Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM
Serves Poweshiek County. REAL ID available.
Iowa DOT — Ames Driver's License
1900 S Dayton Ave, Ames, IA 50010
Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM
Serves Story County. REAL ID available.
Appointment recommended — walk-in wait times can be long. Book your slot online before visiting.
Airports
Airports Serving Marshalltown Travelers
Marshalltown 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.
Des Moines International Airport
5800 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321
Iowa's largest airport with direct flights nationwide. About 1 hour from Marshalltown.
DSM AirportEastern Iowa Airport
2121 Arthur Collins Pkwy SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
Serves Cedar Rapids and Eastern Iowa. About 1 hour 20 minutes from Marshalltown.
CID AirportWaterloo Regional Airport
2790 Airport Blvd, Waterloo, IA 50703
Regional airport with daily flights. About 50 minutes from Marshalltown.
ALO 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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