Passport expired before your international business trip? Need an emergency passport fast? We help Reston and Dulles corridor travelers get their expedited passports as quickly as 24 hours. A+ BBB rated. 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 Washington Passport Agency is the nearest passport agency — Located in downtown Washington, DC — approximately 22 miles from Reston via Dulles Toll Road and I-66. 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 Reston Area
Serving all of Reston and the surrounding Dulles corridor area including Herndon, Ashburn, Sterling, Chantilly, Fairfax, Vienna, McLean, Tysons Corner, and all of Northern Virginia
Serving all of Reston and the surrounding Dulles corridor area including Herndon, Ashburn, Sterling, Chantilly, Fairfax, Vienna, McLean, Tysons Corner, and all of Northern Virginia
Courier pickup available throughout the Reston area
Local Office — By Appointment Only
1629 K St NW #300, Washington, DC 20006
Visit us by appointment, or choose courier pickup and drop-off for added convenience.
Fast Passport Center serves Reston remotely via secure courier. We do not have a walk-in office in Reston — 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 Reston and Dulles corridor travelers.
Start My Passport24–48 Hour Processing
Emergency courier submission for urgent Dulles corridor departures
Registered Courier
U.S. Department of State approved passport expediting
Dedicated Agent
A real person assigned to your case from start to finish
Dulles Corridor Hub
Serving Reston, Herndon, Ashburn, and all of Northern Virginia
We serve all Reston neighborhoods and the surrounding Dulles corridor metro area including Herndon, Fairfax, Vienna, McLean, Tysons Corner, Ashburn, Sterling, Chantilly, Centreville, Great Falls, Oakton, Burke, Springfield, Annandale, Falls Church, Leesburg, Manassas, Woodbridge, Arlington, and Alexandria. If you are anywhere in the Dulles corridor or Northern Virginia region, we have you covered.
Why Travelers Choose Fast Passport Center
Reviews
Reston and Dulles corridor travelers trust us when their departure is days away. Here is what some of them have to say.
“Business trip to London in 4 days and my passport had expired. Fast Passport Center had my renewal processed in 3 days. I shipped from the UPS near Reston Town Center and never missed my flight. Outstanding service for busy professionals.”
Michael T.
Reston, VA
“Emergency passport for a tech conference in Singapore. I was panicking because my company had already booked everything. Fast Passport Center delivered in 36 hours. Their knowledge of the Dulles corridor area made everything seamless.”
Sarah K.
Herndon, VA
“First passports for my two kids before our family trip to Italy. Fast Passport Center handled the parental consent requirements and had both passports in 5 days. The Reston-area service was incredibly convenient for our busy schedule.”
James R.
Ashburn, VA
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 Reston facility. Full passport services with appointment. Call ahead to confirm.
Serves Herndon and east Reston area. Full passport services with appointment.
Major county facility for northern Fairfax County. Accepts walk-ins but appointments recommended for faster service.
Serves Chantilly and Dulles Airport area. Full passport services with appointment.
Serves Sterling and western Loudoun County. Full passport services with appointment.
Serves Fairfax City and south Reston area. Full passport services with appointment.
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 Washington Passport Agency is your only do-it-yourself option — Located in downtown Washington, DC — approximately 22 miles from Reston via Dulles Toll Road and I-66. 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 StartedWashington Passport Agency — 600 19th Street NW, Washington, DC 20006 — Located in downtown Washington, DC — approximately 22 miles from Reston via Dulles Toll Road and I-66
Avoid Delays
Reston travelers often face the temptation to drive to the Washington regional passport agency. Here are the most common mistakes that cause delays.
Reston 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 Dulles corridor acceptance facilities.
Fees change frequently. Many Reston applicants show up with incorrect payment and have to reschedule their appointment.
Without flight confirmation or travel itinerary, the Washington DC regional agency will turn you away for emergency appointments.
For minors, both parents must appear or submit notarized consent. This trips up many Reston families at the clerk.
Reston 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 Reston travelers complete everything online and ship documents overnight. No need to drive into Washington, DC 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 Reston or Herndon.
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 Reston address — trackable every step of the way.
Most Reston travelers start online and ship documents overnight — no office visit required for most services.
Questions?
Have questions about expedited passports in Reston? Here are the most common ones we hear from Dulles corridor travelers.
Yes. Fast Passport Center provides emergency passport services in Reston 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 drive into downtown Washington, DC.
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 Reston
Your passport application requires two identical 2"×2" passport photos taken within the last 6 months. Popular passport photo locations in Reston include:
CVS Pharmacy — Reston
11160 South Lakes Dr, Reston, VA 20191
Mon–Sun: 8AM–10PM
Walgreens — Reston
11777 Sunrise Valley Dr, Reston, VA 20191
Mon–Sun: 7AM–11PM
FedEx Office — Reston
11900 Freedom Dr, Reston, VA 20190
Mon–Fri: 7AM–9PM, Sat: 8AM–6PM
CVS Pharmacy — Herndon
460 Herndon Pkwy, Herndon, VA 20170
Mon–Sun: 8AM–10PM
Walgreens — Ashburn
43670 Yukon Dr, Ashburn, VA 20147
Mon–Sun: 7AM–11PM
FedEx Office — Chantilly
14101 Sullyfield Cir, Chantilly, VA 20151
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 — Reston
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 Reston residents. Most records can be ordered online for delivery within 5–10 business days.
Birth Certificate
Request certified birth certificates from Virginia Department of Health Vital Records. Online, mail, or in-person options available for Reston and Fairfax County residents.
Get RecordsDeath Certificate
Obtain certified death certificates through Virginia Department of Health Vital Records. Required for estate, insurance, and legal matters.
Get RecordsMarriage Certificate
Request marriage license records from the Fairfax County Circuit Court Clerk. Certified copies available for name changes and legal purposes.
Get RecordsDivorce Decree
Obtain certified divorce records through the Fairfax County Circuit Court Clerk. 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 Reston
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 Reston.
Virginia DMV — Reston
11660 Sunrise Valley Dr, Reston, VA 20191
Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM
Driver's license and REAL ID services. Appointment recommended.
Virginia DMV — Sterling
455 E Maple Ave, Sterling, VA 20164
Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM
REAL ID and passport-related ID services. Appointment strongly recommended.
Virginia DMV — Fairfax
4110 Chain Bridge Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030
Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM
Serves Fairfax and south Reston residents. REAL ID available.
Virginia DMV — Tysons
1960 Chain Bridge Rd, Tysons, VA 22102
Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM
Serves eastern Fairfax County and Tysons area. REAL ID available.
Appointment recommended — walk-in wait times can be long. Book your slot online before visiting.
Airports
Airports Serving Reston Travelers
Reston 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.
Dulles International Airport
1 Saarinen Cir, Dulles, VA 20166
The primary international airport for Reston and the Dulles corridor. Major hub for long-haul flights to Europe, Asia, and the Middle East — perfect for Reston's tech professionals. Accessible via Dulles Toll Road and Route 28.
IAD AirportRonald Reagan Washington National Airport
2401 Smith Ave, Arlington, VA 22202
Alternative major airport for domestic flights and international connections. Accessible via I-66 and GW Parkway.
DCA AirportBaltimore/Washington International Airport
7050 Friendship Rd, Baltimore, MD 21240
Alternative international hub for international flights. Accessible via I-95.
BWI 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 Virginia. We also serve travelers in nearby states including North Carolina, Maryland, Kentucky and Washington DC. Click a state below for local acceptance facilities, processing times, and fast passport options.
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