Passport Acceptance Facilities in Delaware County
Delaware County is a dense suburban Philadelphia county. The Prothonotary office in Media is appointment-only with no photo service. Delaware County residents are close to Philadelphia city facilities as an alternative with potentially better availability.
Delaware County PA was notably impacted by library closures — the Delaware County Library System had maintained active passport services at multiple branches including Drexel Hill and Springfield.
Delaware County Prothonotary
No — appointment required
No
Mon–Fri 8:30am–4:30pm
$130 book + $35 acceptance
USPS Media Post Office
What to Bring
Media borough is a manageable drive from Chester, Haverford, and Upper Darby — the nearest high-volume USPS alternatives for Delaware County residents if Media USPS is booked.
- 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
Delaware County Prothonotary: Mon–Fri 8:30am–4:30pm. 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.