Passports
Apply for a U.S. passport at the Clerk’s Fort Pierce or St. Lucie West offices. Renewing? You can usually renew by mail.
At a glance
- Where
- Fort Pierce or St. Lucie WestRecording Department
- Hours
- 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday - FridayExcluding holidays
- Clerk's acceptance fee
- $35.00Cash, check or credit card
- Adult passport book
- $130.00Payable to U.S. Department of State, by check
Which form do I need?
| Your situation | Form | How |
|---|---|---|
| You have never had a U.S. passport, you are under age 16, your most recent passport was issued more than 15 years ago, or it was lost or stolen | DS-11 | Apply in person |
| You hold a passport that is not more than 5 years past the date of expiration and not more than 15 years since being issued, and you were at least 16 years of age when it was issued | DS-82 | Renew by mail |
| Your most recent passport was issued less than one year ago and you need a change of name, a correction, or to extend a limited passport | DS-5504 | By mail |
| Your passport is mutilated or damaged | DS-11 | Apply in person |
Get every form from the U.S. Department of State (opens a new site).
What to bring if you apply in person
Proof of citizenship (one of the following)
- Previous U.S. Passport
- Certified copy of your birth certificate (must have the names of both parents on it)
- Certificate of Naturalization
Proof of identity (one of the following)
- Previous U.S. passport
- Valid driver license (A temporary license does not meet this requirement.)
- State identification card (Photographic likeness should be recent.)
- Certificate of Naturalization
If you cannot prove your identity as outlined above, you must bring an identifying witness (a relative or someone who has a valid driver license) who has known you for at least two years. This witness will be required to sign an “Affidavit of Identifying Witness” form.
One passport photo
- Recent photo (likeness of applicant)
- Front view/full face
- 2-inch by 2-inch in size
- Photo must be in color
Children under 16
Minors must be present when applying. Complete the DS-11 form and include proof of citizenship and proof of identity.
Both parents must appear together to sign the application, or one parent must be present to sign the application, and the absent parent MUST submit a completed and notarized “Statement of Consent” Form DS-3053 AND a photocopy (front and back) of their ID. The notarized consent form cannot be more than three months old.
Fees
| Applicant | Passport fee (to U.S. Department of State) | Acceptance fee (to the Clerk) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adults (age 16 and over) | $130.00 | $35.00 | $165.00 |
| Minors (under age 16) | $100.00 | $35.00 | $135.00 |
| Applicant | Passport fee (to U.S. Department of State) | Acceptance fee (to the Clerk) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adults (age 16 and over) | $30.00 | $35.00 | $65.00 |
| Minors (under age 16) | $15.00 | $35.00 | $50.00 |
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| File Search Fee | $150.00 |
| Expedite Processing | $60.00 |
| Photos | $18.18 |
Additional fees may apply when expediting.
How long passports are valid
| Applicant | Valid for |
|---|---|
| Adults (16 years of age and older) | 10 years |
| Children (15 years and younger) | 5 years |
Processing times and status
Please consult the Department of State’s website for the most up-to-date processing times (opens a new site).
To check the status of your passport application, call 877-487-2778 from 6 a.m. – Midnight, Monday through Friday (excluding federal holidays), or visit the Application Status website (opens a new site).
Passport questions
Recording Department
Fort Pierce
201 South Indian River Drive, 4th FloorFort Pierce, FL 34950
Phone & Hours
Phone: 772-462-6900
Fax: 772-462-1283
8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday - Friday
(Excluding Holidays)