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Emergency & Expedited Passport Services in Lakewood, CO

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

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Processing Times

Expedited Passport Processing Options in Lakewood, CO

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.

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Most Popular
2–9

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
1–2

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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Emergency Only
24

Hours*

Regional Agency Processing

The Colorado Passport Agency is the nearest passport agency — Approximately 20 miles east — about 30 minutes via I-70 or 6th Ave. 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.

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

*Processing speed depends on eligibility and documentation. Not all applicants qualify for Regional Agency Processing.

Our Services

Passport Services We Expedite for Lakewood Travelers

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

Same-Day Available

Emergency Passport

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.

  • As fast as 24 hours
  • Reserved agency submission
  • Live case tracking
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Most Common

Passport Renewal

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.

  • Eligible for expedited processing
  • Ship documents overnight
  • Professional document review
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New Passport

First-time applicants require an in-person acceptance clerk visit. We guide you through every step with clear instructions for the nearest acceptance location.

  • Step-by-step checklist provided
  • Acceptance clerk guidance
  • Expedited after clerk visit
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Lost or Stolen Passport

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.

  • DS-64 form guidance included
  • Replacement processing
  • Urgent timelines available
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Child Passport

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.

  • Both parents must consent
  • Clear checklist provided
  • Expedited options available
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Name Change

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.

  • Marriage certificate guidance
  • Legal name change support
  • Document review included
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Second Passport

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.

  • Frequent traveler solutions
  • Backup travel document
  • Expedited processing
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Damaged Passport

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.

  • Damaged passport replacement
  • Document review included
  • Expedited processing
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Passport Card

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.

  • Wallet-size convenience
  • Land and sea travel to nearby destinations
  • Same expedited processing
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Service Area

Serving Lakewood & Nearby Colorado

Fast Passport Center — Serving Lakewood Area

Serving all of Lakewood, Jefferson County, and the west Denver metro

Serving all of Lakewood, Jefferson County, and the west Denver metro

Courier pickup available throughout the Lakewood area

Local Office — By Appointment Only

7245 S Havana Street Suite B-600, Centennial, CO 80112

Visit us by appointment, or choose courier pickup and drop-off for added convenience.

Fast Passport Center serves Lakewood remotely via secure courier. We do not have a walk-in office in Lakewood — 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 Lakewood and Jefferson County travelers.

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24–48 Hour Processing

Emergency courier submission for urgent Lakewood 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

Belmar District
80226, 80228
Estes Park Blvd
80214, 80215
Green Mountain
80227, 80228
Applewood
80215
Morrison
80465
Littleton
80120, 80123, 80127
Englewood
80110, 80113
Wheat Ridge
80033, 80034
Edgewater
80214
Jefferson Hills
80235
Bear Creek
80227
Union
80228

We serve all Lakewood neighborhoods and nearby communities including Littleton, Englewood, Wheat Ridge, Morrison, and Edgewater. If you are in Jefferson County or the west Denver metro, we have you covered.

Reviews

What Lakewood Area Travelers Say

Lakewood travelers trust us when their departure is days away. Here is what some of them have to say.

“Booked a last-minute Italy trip and my passport was expired. Fast Passport Center had a renewal back to me in 4 days. No drive across town to Aurora needed. Absolute lifesaver.”

Nicole K.

Belmar District, Lakewood

Emergency Renewal

“Needed a child passport for my son before our Mexico vacation. Fast Passport Center walked us through everything — both parents, the right forms — and had it done in 5 days.”

Tom H.

Green Mountain, Lakewood

Child Passport

“Lost my passport before a conference in London. They guided me through the DS-64 replacement process and had it done in 48 hours. Incredible. Highly recommend.”

Rachel A.

Applewood, Lakewood

Lost Passport

Passport Acceptance Clerks

Passport Acceptance Facilities Near Lakewood

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.

Lakewood Main Post Office

USPS Passport Acceptance Facility
10799 W. Alameda Ave, Lakewood, CO 80226
Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
0.5 miles from Belmar Shopping District
Appointment Required

Accepts walk-ins but appointments preferred. Photo services available on-site.

Lakewood Kipling Post Office

USPS Passport Acceptance Facility
3475 S. Kipling Pkwy, Lakewood, CO 80227
Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
0.5 miles from Green Mountain Village
Appointment Required

Green Mountain area location. Appointment strongly recommended.

Edgewater Post Office

USPS Passport Acceptance Facility
1550 Depew St, Edgewater, CO 80214
Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
0.3 miles from Edgewater Public Market
Appointment Required

Convenient for east Lakewood and Edgewater residents. Limited passport hours.

Littleton Post Office

USPS Passport Acceptance Facility
5901 S. Zang St, Littleton, CO 80127
Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
2 miles from south Lakewood border
Appointment Required

Accepts walk-ins but appointments preferred. Call ahead to confirm.

Wheat Ridge Post Office

USPS Passport Acceptance Facility
4200 Yarrow St, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
3 miles from north Lakewood
Appointment Required

Convenient for north Lakewood residents. Limited passport hours — call to confirm.

Jefferson County Clerk

County Clerk Passport Acceptance
100 Jefferson County Pkwy, Golden, CO 80419
Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
10 miles from central Lakewood
Appointment Required

Major county facility with extended hours. Appointments 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.

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Emergency Passports

Regional Passport Agency vs. Fast Passport Center

If you need your passport within two weeks, the Colorado Passport Agency is your only do-it-yourself option — Approximately 20 miles east — about 30 minutes via I-70 or 6th Ave. Getting an appointment there is rarely straightforward. Fast Passport Center gives you a faster, simpler path without the uncertainty.

Lakewood Passport Agency Appointment Not Available?

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.

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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 — drive to Aurora (20 mi)
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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Colorado Passport Agency — 7245 S Havana Street Suite B-600, Centennial, CO 80112 — Approximately 20 miles east — about 30 minutes via I-70 or 6th Ave

Avoid Delays

Common Emergency & Expedited Passport Application Mistakes in Lakewood

Lakewood travelers heading to Europe, Mexico, or the Caribbean can't afford passport delays. Here are the most common mistakes we see in the west Denver metro.

Wrong Photo Size or Background

Lakewood 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 Lakewood acceptance facilities.

Wrong Payment Amount

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

No Proof of Travel

Without flight confirmation or travel itinerary, the Denver 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 Lakewood families at the clerk.

Waiting Too Long to Start

Lakewood 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 Lakewood travelers complete everything online and ship documents overnight. No need to cross the metro to Aurora or wait for a passport agency appointment. Our emergency and expedited passport process is designed for Lakewood travelers who need fast, reliable results.

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 Lakewood.

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 Lakewood address — trackable every step of the way.

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

Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions about expedited passports in Lakewood? Here are the most common ones we hear from Jefferson County travelers.

Fast Passport Center offers emergency passport processing in Lakewood in as little as 24–48 hours. Our registered couriers hand-deliver your documents directly to U.S. Department of State facilities. This is the fastest reliable option for Lakewood travelers with urgent international flights.

Still have questions? Our team is here to help.

Call 877-253-0084

Local Resources

Helpful Resources for Lakewood 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 Lakewood

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

CVS Pharmacy — Belmar

400 S. Teller St, Lakewood, CO 80226

Mon–Sun: 8AM–10PM

Walgreens — Lakewood

7301 W. Colfax Ave, Lakewood, CO 80214

Mon–Sun: 7AM–11PM

FedEx Office — Lakewood

1601 S. Wadsworth Blvd, Lakewood, CO 80232

Mon–Fri: 7AM–9PM, Sat: 8AM–6PM

UPS Store — Lakewood

2285 S. Wadsworth Blvd, Lakewood, CO 80227

Mon–Fri: 8AM–7PM, Sat: 9AM–5PM

Walmart — Lakewood

10400 W. Colfax Ave, Lakewood, CO 80215

Mon–Sun: 6AM–11PM

Walgreens — Englewood

3750 S. Broadway, Englewood, CO 80113

Mon–Sun: 7AM–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.

Vital Records

Birth, Death, Marriage & Divorce Records — Lakewood

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 Lakewood residents. Most records can be ordered online for delivery within 5–10 business days.

Don'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 Lakewood

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 Lakewood.

DMV — Lakewood

1881 Pierce St, Lakewood, CO 80214

Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM

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

DMV — Littleton

5765 S. Windermere St, Littleton, CO 80120

Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM

Serves south Lakewood and Littleton. Online appointment booking.

DMV — Englewood

4800 S. Logan St, Englewood, CO 80113

Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM

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

DMV — Wheat Ridge

4455 Wadsworth Blvd, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033

Mon–Fri: 8AM–5PM

Full-service center for north Lakewood residents.

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

Airports

Airports Serving Lakewood Travelers

Lakewood 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.

DENPrimary

Denver International Airport

35 miles from Lakewood via I-70

8500 Peña Blvd, Denver, CO 80249

The primary international airport for Lakewood travelers. Easy I-70 access heading east from Lakewood.

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COS

Colorado Springs Airport

80 miles from Lakewood via I-25

7770 Milton E. Proby Pkwy, Colorado Springs, CO 80916

Regional airport alternative for southern Colorado connections.

Colorado Springs 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 Colorado. We also serve travelers in nearby states including Arizona, Texas and California. Click a state below for local acceptance facilities, processing times, and fast passport options.

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