Passport Acceptance Facilities in Davidson County
Davidson County encompasses Nashville, a rapidly growing major city with significant music industry, healthcare, and tourism international travel demand. The Nashville-Davidson County Clerk requires appointments for passport services.
Nashville has a regional passport agency — the Nashville Regional Passport Agency serves urgent applications for Tennessee and surrounding states. It's one of the newer regional agencies added to the network.
Nashville-Davidson County Clerk
No — appointment required
Yes — $15
Mon–Fri 8am–4:30pm
$130 book + $35 acceptance
USPS Nashville Main Post Office
What to Bring
Nashville's tourism boom and growing international airport have significantly increased passport demand. Spring (March–May) is peak season here — book 3+ weeks ahead for county clerk appointments.
- 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
Nashville-Davidson County Clerk: Mon–Fri 8am–4:30pm. USPS: Mon–Fri 8am–6pm, Sat 9am–2pm. 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.