Where to Apply for a U.S. Passport: Complete Guide to Passport Office Locations

There are three different types of U.S. passport office locations when applying for a new passport:

• Acceptance facilities, like post offices, libraries, and other government offices.
• Mail processing centers, 3 centers based on location and urgency of application
• Passport agency or center, 26 locations around the country

The choice of where to apply depends on your specific needs, such as the urgency of your travel and the type of application you need to submit.

Learn more about:

1. Applying at an Acceptance Facility
2. Applying by Mail
3. Applying at a Passport Agency or Center
4. Locations of Passports Agencies 
5. How to Make an Appointment at a Passport Agency
6. Additional Tips for Applying

Applying at an Acceptance Facility

What is a Passport Acceptance Facility?

Passport acceptance facilities are locations such as post offices, clerks of court, public libraries, and other local government offices that accept passport applications on behalf of the U.S. Department of State. These facilities are designated for first-time passport applicants and all children using Form DS-11.There are over 7,000 different facilities across the country.

Who Should Apply for a Passport at an Acceptance Facility?

You should apply at an acceptance facility if you are:

• A first-time applicant.
• A child under 16 renewing a passport
• Anyone whose previous passport is not eligible for mail-in renewal (e.g., lost, stolen, or damaged passports, or those issued more than 15 years ago).

How to Find a Passport Acceptance Facility Near Me

To find a nearby acceptance facility:

• Search the U.S. Department of State’s website by city, state, or ZIP code.
• Check for available appointments, as many locations require them.
• Be prepared to pay a $35 execution fee in addition to the standard application fee.

The processing time after applying at an acceptance facility is either 6–8 weeks with standard processing or 2–3 weeks with expedited processing. If you need your passport sooner, you can’t apply at an acceptance facility. Learn more about applying for a passport quickly in our guide, How to Get a U.S. Passport in Two Weeks or Less.

Applying by Mail

Who is eligible to apply for a passport renewal by mail?

You can renew your passport by mail if you meet ALL the following conditions:

• Your existing passport is undamaged and can be submitted with your application.
• You were at least 16 years old when your current passport was issued.
• Your current passport was issued within the last 15 years and not reported lost or stolen.
• Your name has not changed since the previous passport was issued, or you can legally document the name change.
• Your passport was not limited to under 10 years of validity

How to Apply by Mail

To apply by mail:

• Use Form DS-82 if you meet the mail-in renewal criteria.
• Include your most recent passport, name change documents (if applicable), a recent passport photo, and the appropriate fee.
• Mail your application to the correct address based on your service needs and location
  • Do not use UPS, FedEx, or DHL
  • Post offices do not need to review your documents like they do for a first time passport with form DS-11.

Mailing Addresses for Passport Application

Service Type	Location	Address
Routine Service (6–8 weeks to process)	CA, FL, IL, MN, NY, TX	National Passport Processing Center P.O. Box 640155 Irving, TX 75064-0155
Routine Service (6–8 weeks to process)	Other States & Canada	National Passport Processing Center P.O. Box 90155 Philadelphia, PA 19190-0155
Expedited Service (2–3 weeks to process)	All Locations	Write “EXPEDITE” on the outside of the envelope National Passport Processing Center P.O. Box 90955 Philadelphia, PA 19190-0955

Applying at a Passport Agency or Center

When to Use a Passport Agency or Center

There are three situations that allow you to make an appointment at Passport Agency or Center:

• You have urgent travel to a foreign country in the next 14 calendar days
• You need a foreign visa within 28 calendar days. These facilities offer expedited processing for an additional fee.
• You need to travel to a foreign country in 3 business days because of a life-or-death situation of an immediate family member

Learn more: How Can I Get an Emergency Passport?

List of Passport Agencies in the U.S.

Here is a list of all of the 26 passport agencies across the United States where you can apply in person for urgent processing needs:
West | South | Midwest | Northeast | Territories and Islands

Passport Agencies in the West

Location Name	Address	Hours	Website	Google Maps
Los Angeles Passport Agency	Federal Building 11000 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 1000, Los Angeles, CA 90024	M-F, 7:00-3:00pm	Visit	Get Directions
San Diego Passport Agency	1 Columbia Place, 401 West A Street, 10th Floor, San Diego, CA 92101	M-F, 8:00-4:00pm	Visit	Get Directions
San Francisco Passport Agency	Phillip Burton Federal Building, 450 Golden Gate Ave #3-2501, San Francisco, CA 94102	M, Tu, W, F, 8:00-4:00pm / Th 9:30-4:00pm	Visit	Get Directions
Seattle Passport Agency	300 Fifth Avenue Suite 600, Seattle, WA 98104	M-F, 8:00-3:00pm	Visit	Get Directions
Western Passport Center	7373 East Rosewood St, Tucson, AZ 85710	M, W 8:30am-3:00pm and 5:00pm-6:30pm / Tu, Th, F 8:30am-3:00pm	Visit	Get Directions

 

Passport Agencies in the South

Location Name	Address	Hours	Website	Google Maps
Arkansas Passport Center	191 Office Park Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71913	M-F 8:30-3:00pm	Visit	Get Directions
Atlanta Passport Agency	230 Peachtree Street, Atlanta, GA 30303	M-F, 8:00am-3:30pm	Visit	Get Directions
Dallas Passport Agency	1100 Commerce St, Dallas, TX 75242	M-Th, 8:00-3:00pm / F, 9:00-3:00pm	Visit	Get Directions
El Paso Passport Agency	303 North Oregon Street, El Paso, TX 79901	M-F, 7:30-3:00pm	Visit	Get Directions
Houston Passport Agency	Mickey Leland Federal Building 1919 Smith Street, Fourth Floor, Houston, TX 77002	M-F, 7:30am-3:00pm	Visit	Get Directions
Miami Passport Agency	1501 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 400, Miami, FL 33132	M-F, 7:00-2:00pm	Visit	Get Directions
New Orleans Passport Center	365 Canal Street Suite 1300, New Orleans, LA 70130	M-F, 8:00-3:30pm	Visit	Get Directions

 

Passport Agencies in the Midwest

Location Name	Address	Hours	Website	Google Maps
Chicago Passport Agency	101 Ida B. Wells Drive, 9th Floor, Chicago, IL 60605	M, Tu, W, F, 8:00-3:00pm / Th 10-3:00pm	Visit	Get Directions
Detroit Passport Agency	477 Michigan Ave, 3rd Floor, Detroit, MI 48226	M, Tu, Th, F 8:30-3:30pm / W 10-3:30pm	Visit	Get Directions
Minneapolis Passport Agency	Minneapolis Federal Building 212 Third Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55401	M-F, 8:00am-3:00pm	Visit	Get Directions

 

Passport Agencies in the Northeast

Location Name	Address	Hours	Website	Google Maps
Boston Passport Agency	Thomas P O’Neill Federal Bldg 10 Causeway Street, Suite 247, Boston, MA 02222	M-F, 8:30am-4:00pm	Visit	Get Directions
Buffalo Passport Agency	111 Genesee Street Suite 101, Buffalo, NY 14203	M, 9:00-4:00pm / Tu-F, 8:00-4:00pm	Visit	Get Directions
Connecticut Passport Agency	850 Canal Street, Stamford, CT 06902	M, Tu, W, F, 8:00am-3:00pm / Th 9:30am-3:00pm	Visit	Get Directions

 

Passport Agencies in Territories and Islands

Location Name	Address	Hours	Website	Google Maps
Honolulu Passport Agency	Prince Kuhio Federal Building, 300 Ala Moana BlvdI-330, Honolulu, HI 96850	M, Tu, Th, F, 8:30am-3:00pm, W 9:00am-3:00pm	Visit	Get Directions
San Juan Passport Agency	Torre Norte Piso 9 Parada 22, Avenida Jose De Diego, San Juan, PR 00940	M-F, 8:00am-2:00pm	Visit	Get Directions

 

How to Make an Appointment at a Passport Agency

Appointments are always required to visit a passport agency. They can be scheduled by an online portal or by phone depending on your specific situation.

Situation	Steps to Make an Appointment
I Have Not Yet Applied For a Passport	Visit the Online Passport Appointment System to schedule your appointment.
I Have Already Applied For a Passport	Contact the National Passport Information Center at 1-877-487-2778 during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. ET on weekdays, or 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on weekends to schedule your appointment.
Life or Death Emergency	First, try to book online if you haven’t yet applied for a passport. If online booking is not possible, call 1-877-487-2778 during weekday hours 8:00am to 8:00PM ET, or 202-647-4000 after hours and on weekends for emergencies.

Appointments can be scheduled up to 2 weeks in advance, but the appointment date must be within 3 days of traveling internationally.

Additional Tips for Applying

Using Priority Mail for Applications

When mailing your passport application:

• Opt for USPS Priority Mail to ensure faster delivery to the processing center, reducing the total time to receive your passport.

What to Know About Courier Services

• While courier services offer convenience, they do not shorten the processing time provided at passport agencies.
• Courier services charge additional fees. Be wary of any company asking for payment to book an appointment, as these might be fraudulent.
• When applying for a first time passport or for a minor, even if you use a courier service, you will still need to visit a passport acceptance facility to verify your documents.

» MORE:

U.S. Passport Application Steps
Passport Fee Guide
Processing Times for U.S. Passports