Passport Acceptance Facilities in Dallas County
Dallas County encompasses the City of Dallas and several suburbs. The Dallas County Clerk at 509 Main St in downtown Dallas is the primary county-level acceptance facility, requiring appointments for passport services. On-site photo service is available at $15.
The USPS Dallas Main Post Office on N Ervay St is one of the more walk-in-friendly post offices in the Dallas metro — it accepts passport walk-ins during morning hours. Arrive before 10am for the best chance of being served without an appointment.
Dallas County Clerk
No — appointment required
Yes — on-site $15
Mon–Fri 8am–5pm
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USPS Dallas Main Post Office
Yes — walk-ins accepted
Yes — $18
Mon–Fri 8am–6pm, Sat 9am–2pm
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What to Bring to Your Dallas County Appointment
Dallas passport demand has been elevated since the closure of Dallas Public Library passport services in February 2026. The library system had been processing a significant volume of applications, and both the county clerk and USPS have seen increased demand as a result.
- 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 Dallas.
- Check or money order: dallas-county30 (passport book) payable to "U.S. Department of State"For children under 16: dallas-county00. Add Dallas0 for a passport card. No cash accepted for the State Dept fee.
- Payment for Dallas5 acceptance fee (to the facility — many accept debit/credit)
Walk-In Passport Applications in Dallas County
Walk-in availability at the Dallas County Clerk: No — appointment required. For USPS in Dallas County: Yes — walk-ins accepted. 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 Dallas 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 Dallas County
On-site passport photo services at Dallas County Clerk: Yes — on-site $15. The nearby USPS location offers on-site photos for $18. Other options near Dallas: CVS Pharmacy (dallas-county6.99), Walgreens (dallas-county6.99), Walmart Photo Center (509 Main St, Dallas, TX 75202.44), FedEx Office (dallas-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 — Dallas County
Dallas County Clerk: Mon–Fri 8am–5pm. The USPS location listed above: Mon–Fri 8am–6pm, Sat 9am–2pm. 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 Dallas 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 (+Dallas 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 Texas were removed from the State Department's acceptance facility program. The two options above — the Dallas County Clerk and the USPS location — are your primary alternatives in Dallas County. See our library alternatives guide for more detail.