Passport Frequently Asked Questions

You MUST have a separate check or money order payable to the US Department of State for your passport fee. This check will be mailed in with your application. 

A second payment is required for your application fee and any applicable photo fees or expedite fees. This can be paid via cash, check, money order, or debit/credit card. 

Appointments are recommended, but they are not required.  However we cannot guarantee same-day service without an appointment.  

Please review our requirement information located on our Passport Page 

The time frame changes frequently.  For the most up-to-date routine and expedited processing times, please visit the U.S. Department of State website at www.travel.state.gov

Please see the fee schedule on our Passport Page.

Yes. You may have your passport pictures taken here for an additional charge.
Please see our fee schedule on our Passport Page.

If your passport has been expired for less than 5 years, you must renew your passport through the mail or online. You may visit the U.S. Department of State’s website to obtain an application or apply online at www.travel.state.gov. You may also obtain an application through our office.

If your passport has been expired for more than 5 years you must apply for your passport through the Clerk’s office. Please review our requirement information located on our Passport Page.

No. You must renew the minor’s passport through the Clerk’s office. Please be aware that both parents and minor must be present to apply for a minor’s passport. You must present the long form Birth Certificate along with the expired passport.
For further information and additional requirements, please review our requirement information located on our Passport Page.

The Passport book allows travel anywhere and by any form of transportation. The Passport card allows travel to Mexico, Canada, Caribbean Islands and Bermuda by land or sea.