PASSPORTOFFICES
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Passport offices in District of Columbia

Passport offices in Washington, DC

14 passport acceptance locations in Washington. 11 take passport photos on site and 5 accept walk-ins without an appointment.

Washington, DC

Applying for a passport in Washington, District of Columbia

Every listing above is an official passport acceptance facility in Washington — post offices, clerks of court, public libraries, and other government offices authorized to review your documents, witness your signature, and seal your DS-11 application packet for the U.S. Department of State. First-time applicants, minors under 16, and anyone replacing a lost, stolen, or damaged passport must apply in person at one of these Washington locations; most adult renewals can skip the visit entirely and apply by mail.

11 of the 14 facilities in Washington take compliant 2×2 inch passport photos on site, so you can apply and be photographed in a single trip. 5 locations accept walk-ins without an appointment, though published hours can differ from photo or acceptance counter hours. Always bring proof of U.S. citizenship, a photo ID, and payment for both the State Department fee and the facility's $35 execution fee.

If you are traveling within 14 days (or 28 for a foreign visa), an acceptance facility is not enough — you will need an appointment at a regional passport agency. Our District of Columbia page lists the nearest options, and each Washington listing links to directions, live hours, and the busiest and quietest times to visit.