Passport Acceptance Facilities in Bergen County
Bergen County is New Jersey's most populous county and was significantly impacted by the February 2026 library closures. The Bergen County Library System had maintained active acceptance services at multiple branches. The Bergen County Clerk at One Bergen County Plaza is now a primary option.
Bergen County is appointment-only at both the County Clerk and the main USPS location. Bergen residents can also consider accessing New York City USPS or city record offices just across the George Washington Bridge if NYC slots have better availability.
Bergen County Clerk
No — appointment required
Yes — on-site $15
Mon–Fri 8:30am–4:30pm
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USPS Hackensack Main Post Office
Limited — call ahead
Yes — $18
Mon–Fri 9am–5pm, Sat 9am–1pm
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What to Bring to Your Bergen County Appointment
Bergen County's proximity to New York City means residents also have access to NYC regional passport agencies. The New York Passport Agency handles urgent applications for both New York and New Jersey residents.
- 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 Hackensack.
- Check or money order: bergen-county30 (passport book) payable to "U.S. Department of State"For children under 16: bergen-county00. Add Bergen0 for a passport card. No cash accepted for the State Dept fee.
- Payment for Bergen5 acceptance fee (to the facility — many accept debit/credit)
Walk-In Passport Applications in Bergen County
Walk-in availability at the Bergen County Clerk: No — appointment required. For USPS in Bergen County: Limited — call ahead. 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 Bergen 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 Bergen County
On-site passport photo services at Bergen County Clerk: Yes — on-site $15. The nearby USPS location offers on-site photos for $18. Other options near Hackensack: CVS Pharmacy (bergen-county6.99), Walgreens (bergen-county6.99), Walmart Photo Center (One Bergen County Plaza, Hackensack, NJ 07601.44), FedEx Office (bergen-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 — Bergen County
Bergen County Clerk: Mon–Fri 8:30am–4:30pm. The USPS location listed above: Mon–Fri 9am–5pm, Sat 9am–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 Bergen 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 (+Bergen County Clerk0) 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 New Jersey were removed from the State Department's acceptance facility program. The two options above — the Bergen County Clerk and the USPS location — are your primary alternatives in Bergen County. See our library alternatives guide for more detail.