Passport Acceptance Facilities in Buncombe County
Buncombe County encompasses Asheville, a popular destination with significant international tourism demand. The Register of Deeds at 205 College St offers passport services with on-site photo and limited walk-in availability.
Asheville's USPS main post office on Otis St is notably walk-in friendly — one of the more accessible rural-region post offices for same-day passport applications in western North Carolina.
Buncombe County Register of Deeds
Limited — call same morning
Yes — $15
Mon–Fri 8am–5pm
$130 book + $35 acceptance
USPS Asheville Main Post Office
What to Bring
Buncombe County's location in the mountains means it serves western NC residents from surrounding counties including Henderson, Madison, and Haywood who may have fewer local options.
- 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
Buncombe County Register of Deeds: Mon–Fri 8am–5pm. USPS: Mon–Fri 9am–5pm, Sat 9am–12pm. 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.