Passports

Passport applications must be completed at the time of the appointment, or your appointment will be rescheduled. In consideration of other appointments scheduled, we ask that you be on time for your appointment, or we may have to reschedule your appointment to another day. Appointments are available Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Please call us at 503-434-7518 to schedule your appointment today!

Passport Forms

To apply for a U.S. passport for the first time or to renew a passport by mail, applications can be downloaded from the Passport Agency's website at www.travel.state.gov or are available at this office. Forms should be filled out completely using black ink. Do not use white out to correct mistakes.

Basic Requirements

All applicants must appear in person. Please bring your completed passport application (DS-11) to your appointment. Do not sign the application before your appointment each signature must be witnessed by a passport acceptance agent.

Proof of Citizenship

Original documents must be submitted photocopies will not be accepted. Your original documents will be returned to you by the U.S. Department of State. You will need one of the following:

• A previously issued U.S. Passport, even if it is expired.
• A state-certified Birth Certificate issued by the city, county or state where you were born. It must have a filing date and official seal from the governing agency. (Hospital records are not acceptable). For a list of agencies issuing birth certificates, click here. No photocopies or California Abstracts or Texas Abstracts will be accepted.
• A Consular report of birth abroad.
• A Certificate of Naturalization.

Photo Identification (Children under 18 can use parent's ID)

Identification must bear both the signature and the photo of the applicant. Identification must not be expired. The most common forms of ID are:

• Valid driver's license, or Military ID card or other acceptable forms of photo identification, refer to the back side of the passport application.

Passport Photos

• Picture taken within the last 6 months. (two identical photos are required)
• Photo size: 2 inches by 2 inches taken against a plain white or off-white background. No uniforms or items resembling uniforms can be worn. No camouflage, glasses, hats or bows that obscure the hair or hairline.
• Please review your photo against the U.S. Department of State's requirements before coming to our office to process your passport application.
• Photos are available at the Clerk's office for a fee of $15.00.

Fees

• Fees paid to the U.S. Department of State must be in the form of a check or money order and must be one per applicant (i.e. a family of 4 would issue 4 separate checks to the U.S. Department of State).
• Full list of fees from the U.S. Department of State can be found here Passport Fees.
• Processing fees paid to the Yamhill County Clerk may be in the form of a check, money order, credit/debit card or cash.

Important Travel Information and Links

To check estimated processing times, track your application status or for current information on travel, foreign visas and entry requirements, visit the U.S. Department of State.

Apply Early to Avoid Delay in the Issuance of Your Passport