Passport Services

Easttown Library processes passport applications by appointment only. If making an appointment for 1, 2, or 3 people, please schedule it online. If more than 4 people are applying, please call the library at 610-644-0138 to make an appointment. *Note: this applies only to those eligible to use form DS-11. We do not process form DS-82, which is mailed in directly by the applicant or submitted online.

 

Passport Appointment Hours

  • Monday & Wednesday, 3:30 - 7 PM
  • Tuesday & Thursday, 12 - 7 PM
  • Friday & Saturday, 10 AM - 3:30 PM

Are you just looking for a passport photo? We offer photo-only drop-in hours, Monday - Thursday, 9:30 AM - 12 PM ($12/photo). Please call ahead to confirm. 

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You must apply in person using Form DS-11 if at least one of the following is true:

  • You are applying for your first U.S. passport
  • You are under age 16
  • Your previous U.S. passport was issued when you were under age 16
  • Your previous U.S. passport was lost, stolen, or damaged
  • Your previous U.S. passport was issued more than 15 years ago

All those applying for a passport must appear in person at the appointment, including minors. 

If none of the above statements apply to you, you are eligible to renew by mail using Form DS-82. Visit this webpage from the U.S. Department of State for renewal information.

Please bring the following with you to your appointment:

  • A completed DS-11 form for each applicant (use black ink)
  • Proof of identity
    • Government-issued photo identification document, required for all applicants 18+. 
       
  • Proof of U.S. Citizenship
    • Fully valid, undamaged U.S. passport (can be expired) OR
    • Certified U.S. birth certificate that meets the following requirements:
      • Issued by the city, county, or state of birth
      • Lists applicant's full name, date of birth, and place of birth
      • Lists both parents' full names
      • Has the signature of the city, county, or state registrar
      • Has the date filed with the registrar's office (must be within one year of birth)
      • Has the seal of issuing authority
         
  • Passport photograph (Easttown Library offers a passport photo service for $12 per person)

When children (under age 16) are applying for a passport:

  • All passport applicants under 16 must apply in person using Form DS-11.
  • Both parents should be present. If one parent/guardian cannot go with the child to apply for the passport, they can give permission by completing Form DS-3053 "Statement of Consent." You must submit the completed form with the child's passport application.
  • A certified U.S. birth certificate is required for all child applicants.
  • For information about special circumstances with children, visit this U.S. Department of State webpage.
  • For minors aged 16 and 17, a parent or legal guardian should be present to show parental awareness. 

Payments

Two payments are required.

  • Application fees: Pay by check (personal, certified, cashier's, traveler's) or money order payable to "U.S. Department of State." For current fee tables, see the following webpage: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/requirements/fees.html.
  • Execution fee: $35/applicant. Cash, credit card, and personal checks (made payable to "Easttown Library") are accepted. 

Processing Times

For More Information

  • Visit https://travel.state.gov
  • Call The National Passport Information Center: 1-877-487-2778 / 1-888-874-7793 (TDD/TTY)
  • Email the National Passport Information Center: NPIC@state.gov
  • Email Easttown Library Passport Services: passports@easttownlibrary.org (Please do not email for appointment requests or current openings. Appointments shown online reflect our most up-to-date availability.)
  • Find locations and contact information for additional Passport Acceptance Facilities in your area: https://iafdb.travel.state.gov/