Quick answer
Short answer
A regional passport agency is a government office that serves travelers with urgent near-term international travel by appointment. It is different from a post office acceptance facility, which accepts routine applications but cannot expedite in person.
Agency versus acceptance facility
Acceptance facilities forward applications for processing. Regional agencies handle urgent cases directly, which is why appointments there are limited and qualification-based.
Why location strategy matters
There are a limited number of agencies nationwide. For many travelers the fastest option involves driving or flying to a different metro area.
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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.