The hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through
Friday, with hours on Wednesday until 8:00 pm for Passports only.
Due to economy and County budgetary constraints the
vault will be closed Wednesday evening,starting August 19th 2010.
The application form is available to fill
out online or download:
Then, print and submit the completed application form to the Passports area in the County Clerk's office.
Please check for any changes in office hours due to inclement
weather or pre-holiday schedule.
- All travelers must have their own passport.
- Applicants must appear in person.
- A parent or legal guardian must appear and fill out an application
for a child under sixteen. The adult's ID will serve for the
child.
- An applicant must have a certified birth certificate with
a raised seal from the Bureau of Vital Statistics or Department
of Health and it also must state both parent's names.A Certificate
of Naturalization or an expired or current passport will also
be accepted.If one parent cannot appear in person he or she
must submit a consent form along with a copy of the ID.
- One color, 2" x 2" identical regulation passport
photos taken within the last 6 months.
- A valid driver's license for identification. If you do not
have a valid driver's license, you must bring three forms of
identification such as: a work ID, a student ID, other state
issued licenses, a social security card, a current membership
card, and/or a voter's registration card.
- It will be necessary to bring a witness who can swear that
they have known you for 2 years or more. The witness must present
a valid driver's license . If in doubt, please call (973) 285-6161.
- Social security numbers are mandatory for all persons over
the age of two. Information on the parents is vital.
- Children 15 years and younger must appear with both parents,
properly identified, in order to execute a passport application.
The child's birth certificates must be submitted and must be
the one issued by the Bureau of Vital Statistics or the Department
of Health, and it also must state both of the parent's names.
Social Security numbers must be filled in on applications for
children older than 2 years of age.
- The fee for an adult passport is $135.00. Bring a check for
$110.00 made payable to U.S. Department of State along
with $25.00 in cash or check payable to Morris County Clerk.
- The fee for a child's passport is $105.00. Bring a check for
$80.00 made payable to U.S. Department of State along
with $25.00 in cash or check payable to Morris County Clerk.
Please note a child is considered to be anyone under the age
of 16.
- Separate checks are required for each passport.
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