Passport Acceptance Facilities in Pinellas County
Pinellas County encompasses Clearwater, St. Petersburg, and a string of Gulf Coast beach communities. The Pinellas County Clerk of Courts requires appointments for passport services.
Pinellas County's large retiree population generates significant passport renewal and first-time application demand. Many residents travel internationally to Europe, the Caribbean, and South America.
Pinellas County Clerk of Courts
No — appointment required
Yes — $15
Mon–Fri 8am–5pm
$130 book + $35 acceptance
USPS Clearwater Main Post Office
What to Bring
Pinellas County was impacted by library closures — the Pinellas County library system had maintained passport services at several branches. Residents who used St. Petersburg or Clearwater library branches should now use the Clerk of Courts or USPS locations.
- Completed DS-11 (NOT signed — sign only when agent instructs)Download at travel.state.gov
- Certified birth certificate (original) + photocopyState-issued with raised seal. No hospital certificates.
- Government-issued photo ID (original) + front/back photocopy
- Passport photo — 2×2 inch, white background, no glasses, taken within 6 months
- Check/money order: $130 payable to "U.S. Department of State"
- Payment for $35 acceptance fee (many facilities accept cards)
Frequently Asked Questions
Pinellas County Clerk of Courts: Mon–Fri 8am–5pm. USPS: Mon–Fri 9am–5pm, Sat 9am–1pm. Always call or check the official website before visiting to confirm hours haven't changed.
Yes — both facilities above handle child passport applications. Children under 16 require both parents present or a notarized DS-3053 from the absent parent. The child must attend in person. See our child passport guide.
Pay for expedited processing (+$60) when you submit at any local facility. For travel within 6 weeks, book directly at the nearest regional passport agency. See the expedited guide.