Passport Offices in Ames, Iowa

Find 4 passport acceptance facilityies in Ames, IA. USPS post offices, county clerk offices, public libraries, and courthouses where you can apply for a U.S. passport in person.

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Passport Offices in Ames

4 facilities found in Ames, Iowa

Passport Acceptance Facilities in Ames

Below is a complete list of passport acceptance facilities in Ames, Iowa. These locations accept first-time passport applications, minor passport applications, and can often provide passport photos on-site. Many locations require an appointment, so we recommend calling ahead.

USPS - Ames Main

USPS
676 Franklin St, Ames, IA 50010
Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Sat 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Passport PhotosFirst-Time ApplicationsMinor ApplicationsDS-11 FormsAppointment Required

USPS - Ames Downtown Branch

USPS
776 1st Ave, Ames, IA 50010
Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
First-Time ApplicationsMinor ApplicationsAppointment Required

Clerk of Courts - Ames County

Clerk of Courts
176 Broadway, Ames, IA 50010
Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
First-Time ApplicationsMinor ApplicationsPassport PhotosNotary Services

Ames Main Public Library

Public Library
676 Park Ave, Ames, IA 50010
Mon-Thu 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM; Fri 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sat 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
First-Time ApplicationsMinor ApplicationsPhoto CopyingAppointment Required

What to Bring to a Ames Passport Office

  • Proof of U.S. Citizenship — original birth certificate, naturalization certificate, or previous U.S. passport
  • Valid Photo ID — driver's license, state ID, military ID, or government ID
  • Passport Photo — 2x2 inches, white background, taken within the last 6 months (many facilities offer on-site photos)
  • Completed DS-11 Form — do not sign until instructed by the acceptance agent
  • Payment — check or money order for the passport fee (most facilities do not accept cash for the federal fee)

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Need Your Passport in a Hurry?

Routine processing takes 4-8 weeks. If you are traveling sooner, you may need to expedite your application or visit a regional passport agency. Learn about your options below.