Orange County Clerk-Recorder Hugh Nguyen invites families and individuals to prepare for their summer travels at the 9th Special Passport Day on Saturday, March 15, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Old Orange County Courthouse, located at 211 W. Santa Ana Blvd., Santa Ana, CA 92701. This Special Passport Day will be a one-stop shop to get passport photos taken and apply for a new passport. Due to high demand, appointments are highly recommended. Walk-ins are accepted on a first come, first served basis. To book an appointment for Passport Day, please visit OCCLERKRECORDER.GOV.
“Since 2017, Special Passport Day has been a fantastic opportunity for busy families and individuals to apply for a new passport without missing school or work,” said Clerk-Recorder Nguyen. “Let us help you get a head start on your travel plans.”
Special Passport Day is scheduled on a weekend to accommodate those with weekday commitments at school or work. This timing is particularly beneficial for parents, as both parents are required for passport applications for children under the age of 16. For applicants aged 16 and 17, only one parent's presence is necessary.
To ensure a smooth experience, please bring the following:
A completed and unsigned DS-11 Form
Proof of U.S. Citizenship
Proof of Identity
A check or money order for the U.S. Department of State fees
Payments for the Clerk-Recorder’s processing fee of $35 and the passport photo fee of $7, which can be made via cash, credit/debit card, money order, or check payable to “Orange County Clerk-Recorder”
For passport renewal eligibility, please visit the U.S. Department of State website.
For more information, call (714) 834-2500 or visit OCCLERKRECORDER.GOV. Our information line is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except holidays. For media inquiries, please contact Billy Le at (714) 834-2248.
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