Passport Acceptance Facilities in Milwaukee County
Milwaukee County is Wisconsin's most populous county. The Milwaukee County Clerk at 901 N 9th St offers passport services with on-site photo and limited walk-in availability.
Milwaukee was moderately impacted by library closures. The Milwaukee Public Library had maintained passport services at its Central Library branch. The County Clerk and main USPS have absorbed that demand.
Milwaukee County Clerk
Limited — call ahead
Yes — $15
Mon–Fri 8am–4:30pm
$130 book + $35 acceptance
USPS Milwaukee Main Post Office
What to Bring
Milwaukee is Wisconsin's primary international gateway with direct flights to Europe and Mexico. Passport demand spikes in March–June alongside spring vacation and summer travel planning.
- 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
Milwaukee 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.