Are you submitting your first application for a U.S. passport? With Special Passport Acceptance Fairs, the U.S. Department of State is making things simpler than before! Children and first-time applicants can apply at these special in-person events without having to deal with scheduling appointments during the week. Now is the moment to apply for a passport if you have been putting it off!
With their flexible nighttime and weekend schedules, these March 2025 events are accessible to everyone. To help you choose a convenient venue in your area, we have highlighted future activities beginning on March 19, 2025, below.
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| US Special Passport Events March 2025 | ||
| Event Date | Location (City, State) | Time |
| 19-Mar-25 | West Caldwell Town Library, West Caldwell, NJ | 9 AM – 3 PM |
| 20-Mar-25 | Bloomingdale Municipal Building, Bloomingdale, NJ | 5 PM – 7 PM |
| 21-Mar-25 | Town of Bennett, Bennett, CO | 9 AM – 4 PM |
| 21-Mar-25 | Nutley Parks and Recreation Center, Nutley, NJ | 9 AM – 3 PM |
| 22-Mar-25 | Holbrook Post Office, Holbrook, AZ | 8 AM – 12 PM |
| 22-Mar-25 | City of Dublin, Dublin, CA | 8 AM – 1 PM |
| 22-Mar-25 | Sacramento County Clerk of the Board, Sacramento, CA | 9 AM – 3 PM |
| 22-Mar-25 | St. PhilipAM™s College, San Antonio, TXHigher Education Course | 9 AM – 2 PM |
| 23-Mar-25 | Peninsula Center Library, Rolling Hills Estate, CA | 8 AM – 4 PM |
| 25-Mar-25 | North Haledon Municipal Building, North Haledon, NJ | 10 AM – 1 PM |
| 25-Mar-25 | Verona Town Hall, Verona, NJ | 9 AM – 3 PM |
| 26-Mar-25 | Fayette County Public Library, Fayetteville, GA | 5 PM – 8 PM |
| 26-Mar-25 | Emerson Senior Center, Emerson, NJ | 10 AM – 2 PM |
| 26-Mar-25 | Manville Branch Library, Manville, NJ | 4 PM – 7 PM |
| 26-Mar-25 | Passaic County Camp Hope, West Milford, NJ | 10 AM – 1 PM |
| 27-Mar-25 | Clifton Municipal Building, Clifton, NJ | 10 AM – 1 PM |
| 27-Mar-25 | Berkeley College, Woodland Park, NJHigher Education Course | 5 PM – 7 PM |
| 29-Mar-25 | DeSoto County Clerk of Court, Arcadia, FL | 8 AM – 12 PM |
| 29-Mar-25 | Heritage Bay Government Center, Naples, FL | 9 AM – 2 PM |
| 29-Mar-25 | Branchville Post Office, Branchville, NJ | 1 PM – 4 PM |
| 29-Mar-25 | Assembly Woman Linda Carter District Office, Plainfield, NJ | 9 AM – 12 PM |
| 29-Mar-25 | Cameron County District Clerk, Brownsville, TX | 9 AM – 3 PM |
| 29-Mar-25 | Steve Radack Community Center, Houston, TX | 9 AM – 1 PM |
Ref: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/News/passports/special-passport-acceptance-fairs.html.
FAQs on Special Passport Acceptance Fairs
What is the fastest place to get a passport?
The fastest place to get a passport in the U.S. is a Passport Agency or Center, where you can receive it within 24 hours if you have urgent international travel within 14 days.
What is the difference between a passport book and a passport card?
- Passport Book: Allows travel by air, sea, or land to any international destination.
- Passport Card: Only valid for land and sea travel to Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Bermuda—not for international air travel.
What documents do I need for a passport?
- Completed Form DS-11 (for new applicants).
- Proof of U.S. Citizenship (e.g., birth certificate, naturalization certificate).
- Government-issued photo ID (e.g., driver’s license).
- One passport photo (meeting official size and quality requirements).
- Application fees (payable by check or money order).
How fast is the fastest you can get a passport?
- Standard Processing: 6 to 8 weeks.
- Expedited Processing: 2 to 3 weeks (with an extra fee).
- Urgent Travel (within 14 days): Passport Agency appointment required; processing within 24 hours in emergency cases.
Where can I find Passport Fairs in 2025?
Special Passport Acceptance Fairs are held across the U.S. to help citizens apply for passports without appointments. Locations vary by state and city.
- Houston, TX
- Los Angeles, CA
- North Carolina (NC)
- Harris County, TX
- Other local areas
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