Passport Acceptance Facilities in Maricopa County
Maricopa County encompasses Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, and Gilbert — representing about 60% of Arizona's total population. The Maricopa County Recorder at 111 S 3rd Ave in downtown Phoenix is the primary county-level facility with dedicated passport services and on-site photo service.
Maricopa County has one of the more accessible county-level passport operations in the Southwest. The Recorder's office offers online appointment booking and the process is well-documented on the county website. Satellite offices in Scottsdale, Mesa, and Surprise may also offer passport services — check the Recorder's website.
Maricopa County Recorder
Limited — call ahead
Yes — on-site $15
Mon–Fri 8am–5pm
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Maricopa5
USPS Phoenix Main Post Office
Yes — walk-ins accepted
Yes — $18
Mon–Fri 8am–5pm, Sat 8am–1pm
Maricopa5 (card accepted)
What to Bring to Your Maricopa County Appointment
The Phoenix USPS main post office on E Van Buren St accepts walk-ins and is one of the more reliably walk-in-friendly post offices in the Southwest. Morning arrival before 9am gives you the best shot at walk-in service.
- Completed DS-11 form (printed, filled out, NOT signed)Download free at travel.state.gov. Sign only when the agent instructs you at the appointment.
- Certified birth certificate (original) + photocopyMust be issued by a state or county vital records office with raised seal. Hospital birth certificates are NOT accepted.
- Government-issued photo ID (original) + front-and-back photocopy
- Passport photo — 2×2 inch, taken within last 6 monthsYes — on-site $15 on-site at the clerk. Available at the USPS location for $18. Also at CVS, Walgreens, Walmart Photo near Phoenix.
- Check or money order: maricopa-county30 (passport book) payable to "U.S. Department of State"For children under 16: maricopa-county00. Add Maricopa0 for a passport card. No cash accepted for the State Dept fee.
- Payment for Maricopa5 acceptance fee (to the facility — many accept debit/credit)
Walk-In Passport Applications in Maricopa County
Walk-in availability at the Maricopa County Recorder: Limited — call ahead. For USPS in Maricopa County: Yes — walk-ins accepted. Walk-in policies change seasonally and day-to-day. Always call the specific location on the morning you intend to visit and ask whether walk-ins are being accepted that day and whether the passport specialist is available. See our walk-in guide for full strategy.
Peak season (March through June) sees the most appointment demand in Maricopa County. If you're applying during this window, book as early as possible — or consider expanding your search to neighboring counties if local slots are full.
Passport Photos in Maricopa County
On-site passport photo services at Maricopa County Recorder: Yes — on-site $15. The nearby USPS location offers on-site photos for $18. Other options near Phoenix: CVS Pharmacy (maricopa-county6.99), Walgreens (maricopa-county6.99), Walmart Photo Center (111 S 3rd Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85003.44), FedEx Office (maricopa-county4.99). Photos must be 2×2 inches, white/off-white background, neutral expression, no glasses, taken within the last 6 months, and printed on photo paper. See our complete photo guide.
Frequently Asked Questions — Maricopa County
Maricopa County Recorder: Mon–Fri 8am–5pm. The USPS location listed above: Mon–Fri 8am–5pm, Sat 8am–1pm. Hours can change for holidays and staff schedules — always confirm directly with the facility before visiting. Call the facility or check their official website for the most current hours.
Yes — both the county clerk and USPS acceptance facilities in Maricopa County handle child passport applications. For children under 16, both parents (or one parent with a notarized DS-3053 from the absent parent) must either attend or provide consent. The child must be physically present. See our child passport guide and DS-3053 guide for full details.
If you're traveling within 14 weeks, pay for expedited processing (+Maricopa County Recorder0) when you submit at any local acceptance facility. If you're traveling within 6 weeks, you qualify for an appointment at the nearest regional passport agency — which can process applications same-day or next-day. See our expedited passport guide for the full regional agency list and booking instructions.
As of February 2026, all library passport acceptance locations in Arizona were removed from the State Department's acceptance facility program. The two options above — the Maricopa County Recorder and the USPS location — are your primary alternatives in Maricopa County. See our library alternatives guide for more detail.