Quick answer
Short answer
Same-day passport issuance is uncommon and generally limited to documented life-or-death emergencies or imminent departures handled in person at a regional agency. It is never guaranteed.
What makes it possible at all
Two things: a documented emergency or imminent departure, and a complete, correct application package presented in person.
What makes it impossible
A missing certified document, a non-compliant photo, or an undocumented travel claim. Those are the usual reasons a same-day attempt fails.
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XpressPass is a private passport assistance service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by the U.S. Department of State or any other government agency. Government passport fees are separate from XpressPass service fees. Passport issuance decisions are made solely by the U.S. government.