Clerk of court
Clerk of Civil Court Rutherford County
229 North Main ST. Suite 203, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
monday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- New applications
- In-person renewals
- Wheelchair accessible
Passport offices in North Carolina
Passport offices in Rutherfordton, NC
1 passport acceptance location in Rutherfordton. 0 take passport photos on site and 1 accept walk-ins without an appointment.
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Applying for a passport in Rutherfordton, North Carolina
Every listing above is an official passport acceptance facility in Rutherfordton — 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 Rutherfordton locations; most adult renewals can skip the visit entirely and apply by mail.
None of the Rutherfordton listings currently publish on-site photo service, so plan to bring a compliant 2×2 inch passport photo — our free photo tool makes one from your phone in minutes. 1 location accepts 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 North Carolina page lists the nearest options, and each Rutherfordton listing links to directions, live hours, and the busiest and quietest times to visit.