Which California cities have a passport agency?
Los Angeles and San Francisco. Sacramento and San Diego have acceptance facilities but not agencies for expedited pickup.
Vault Guardian renewal education
Passport Renewal in California: LA & SF Agencies + Timelines
Quick answer:
Californians renew U.S. passports by mailing Form DS-82 to the Philadelphia lockbox or, if traveling within 14 days, booking the Los Angeles or San Francisco Passport Agency. Routine service takes 6–8 weeks; expedited runs 2–3 weeks. Base fee is $130.
In short
| LA agency | 300 N Los Angeles St, LA |
|---|---|
| SF agency | 95 Hawthorne St, SF |
| Base fee | $130 adult book |
| Expedited | +$60 (2–3 weeks) |
| Routine time | 6–8 weeks (2026) |
Requirements
- Prior passport issued after age 16 and within 15 years.
- Completed DS-82 form.
- Passport photo (2x2, taken within 6 months).
- Check or money order.
Step-by-step
Confirm DS-82 eligibility
You must have your prior undamaged passport.
Mail to Philadelphia lockbox
USPS tracked mail recommended.
For urgent needs, book SF or LA agency
Proof of international travel within 14 days required.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get same-day service?
Only in life-or-death emergencies with documentation (medical record, death certificate).
Do children need a passport for Mexico by land?
Under 16 by land: no. By air: yes.
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