The IRS maintains a list of Certifying Acceptance Agents (CAA) HERE. Although being listed on this website is voluntary so there could be others in your area.
The IRS tends to issue these numbers in 3-6 weeks, but that timeframe does vary quite a bit.
If you cannot find a local CAA, you can send original documents with the application to the IRS and they will return them to you.
Please note that you will send your completed and signed tax return with the application for the ITIN and the ITIN office will apply the number and forward the return for processing.
The ITIN will not be issued without the attached tax return (unless one of the exceptions outlined on the Form W-7 is met and documentation provided.)
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