Apply for a U.S. Passport at the County Clerk's Office

The County Clerk’s office is a Passport Acceptance Agency. 
You do not need to be a Somerset County resident to use this service. 

 Passport Hours

Extended hours: every Wednesday until 6 PM

Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcomed.

Check our mobile office schedule for additional passport events.

The information below is general in nature. Always check the Dept. of State for the latest processing times, fees, and detailed lists of required documents before you apply.

Required Documents

1) Application

• Visit Passport Forms to find the correct application and other forms you may need.
• Do NOT sign or fill in 'Identifying Documents' information.
• Applications are also available in our office.

2) Evidence of United States Citizenship

• Find which documents are accepted evidence of citizenship.
• U.S. Birth Certificate must have a raised seal and list BOTH parents’ names.
• Hospital or baptismal certificates are NOT accepted.

3) Photo Identification

• Find acceptable forms of Photo ID.

4) Passport photo

• Our agents will take your passport photo for an additional $10 or you can bring your own photos.

Processing Times

Check current processing times for routine, expedited and other services.

Once your application is sent, you can check your application status.

Fees

Fees depend on circumstance such as your age, how quickly you need a passport and whether you get a passport book or card. This calculator will help anticipate your total cost.

Be prepared to make 2 separate payments:
Passport Fee – check or money order ONLY payable to U.S. Dept of State 
County Fee – cash, card, check or money order payable to Somerset County Clerk

Passports for Minors 

Familiarize yourself with requirements for minors under the age of 16 and for those who are 16-17 Years Old.

If you have questions prior to your visit, call us at 908-231-7008 or send a message to passports@somersetcountynj.gov.