Updated Processing Times – Effective February 6, 2023 – U.S. Department of State updated their public information to reflect routine processing of a passport application now takes 8-11 weeks, and expedited processing (for an additional $60) takes 5-7 weeks.
Newburgh Chandler Public Library, at its Bell Road Library location, is a Passport Acceptance Facility. For a first-time passport or for any renewal where the expiration date is older than five years, you must appear in person at a scheduled appointment with a passport acceptance agent to process your application.
Passport Appointments
You can call (812) 853-5468, ext. 350, to speak with one of our passport agents or email us at passport@ncplibraries.org. Please leave your name, phone number, and email address, and a passport agent will contact you.
Appointments are scheduled for the following times:
- Monday – 1:30 pm – 4 pm and 5:30 pm – 7 pm
- Tuesday – 5:30 pm – 7 pm
- Wednesday – 5:30 pm – 7 pm
- Thursday – 9 am – 12 pm
Passport Application Requirements to bring with you to your appointment:
- Completed and unsigned DS-11 application
Download a DS-11 application - 2”x2” photo – NCPL Bell Road does not provide passport photos
Click this link for passport photo requirements - Proof of U.S. citizenship
Click this link for examples of U.S. citizenship evidence - Current proof of identity
Click this link for examples of accepted primary identification
Passport Fee
Payable by check, money order, or cashier check to the U.S. Department of State
Click here to view passport fee(s)
Execution Fee
Payable by check, cash, or credit card to the Newburgh Chandler Public Library
- $35 for each new passport
For additional information on passport fees and required documents, click this link to visit travel.state.gov/ or contact us at (812) 853-5468, ext. 350.
