Passport Acceptance Facilities in Durham County
Durham County is home to Durham and the Research Triangle Park area. The Register of Deeds at 201 E Main St handles passport applications during business hours with on-site photo service. Durham has seen strong passport demand growth with the area's tech and university workforce.
Durham County's register of deeds offers both appointments and limited walk-in availability. The office is well-staffed and handles a high volume, especially during spring.
Durham County Register of Deeds
Limited — call ahead
Yes — $15
Mon–Fri 8am–5pm
$130 book + $35 acceptance
USPS Durham Main Post Office
What to Bring
Bring your completed DS-11 (unsigned), certified birth certificate + copy, photo ID + copy, passport photo, and payment. Durham is near Raleigh — Wake County facilities are also accessible if Durham appointments are full.
- 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
Durham County Register of Deeds: 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.