Western Passport Center in Tucson, Arizona

The Western Passport Center in Tucson, Arizona expedites passport applications for U.S. citizens and foreign residents who must travel out of the country in 14 days or less. It has been called a "mega-adjudication center" that "combines the efficiency of a high-volume production environment with personal customer service."

To apply at the Passport Center, you have to first make an appointment by calling the toll-free number: 1-877-487-2778. If you do not need to travel outside the United States so soon, you must apply in person for a new passport at a Passport Application Acceptance Facility List or submit an application for a passport renewal by mail. Applicants who cannot personally visit the Passport Center can apply through a professional passport expediting service.

Region Served

This mega-processing center handles applications from U.S. citizens across the country. Applicants from Arizona, New Mexico and other nearby states may visit the center personally for expedited services.

Public Hours of Operation

By Appointment Only

M, T, W, F - 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Thurs. 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., local time, excluding Federal holidays

Public Telephone Number

(Automated appointment line and general recorded information available 24 hours/7 days)

1-877-487-2778

Address

Western Passport Center
7373 East Rosewood Street
Tucson, AZ 85710

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How to Get to the Western Passport Center

By Car:

From South: Take I-19 North to I-10 West to Exit 257 (Speedway Blvd). Turn right onto Speedway Blvd. Travel approximately 8 miles on East Speedway Blvd and, after crossing North Kolb St, turn right onto North Finance Center Dr. Turn left onto East Rosewood St. The Western Passport Center is on the left at 7373 E. Rosewood St. Western Passport Center is co-located with the building at 7333 East Rosewood St. The entrance to the Western Passport Center does not face East Rosewood St but is on the right-hand side of the building located at 7333 East Rosewood St, under the canvas awning (“shade sail”).

From North: Take I-10 East to the Speedway Blvd exit (Exit 257). Turn left onto Speedway Blvd. Go approximately 8 miles on East Speedway Blvd and, after crossing North Kolb St, turn right onto North Finance Center Dr. Turn left onto East Rosewood St. The Western Passport Center is co-located with the building at 7333 East Rosewood St. The entrance to the Western Passport Center does not face East Rosewood St but is on the right-hand side of the building located at 7333 East Rosewood St, under the canvas awning (“shade sail”).

From West: Take I-10 East to the Speedway Blvd exit (Exit 257). Turn left onto Speedway Blvd. Go approximately 8 miles on East Speedway Blvd and, after crossing North Kolb St, turn right onto North Finance Center Dr. Turn left onto East Rosewood St. The Western Passport Center is co-located with the building at 7333 East Rosewood St. The entrance to the Western Passport Center does not face East Rosewood St but is on the right-hand side of the building located at 7333 East Rosewood St, under the canvas awning (“shade sail”).

From East: Take I-10 West to the Kolb Rd exit (Exit 270). Turn right onto South Kolb Rd (heading north). Go approximately 6.5 miles and, after crossing East Broadway St, turn right onto East Rosewood St. The Western Passport Center is co-located with the building at 7333 East Rosewood St. The entrance to the Western Passport Center does not face East Rosewood St but is on the right-hand side of the building located at 7333 East Rosewood St, under the canvas awning (“shade sail”).

FROM TUCSON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT: Take South Tucson Blvd to the Airport Exit. Turn right onto East Valencia Rd. Go approximately 5.5 miles and turn left onto South Kolb Rd. Go approximately 6.5 miles and, after crossing East Broadway St, turn right onto East Rosewood St. The Western Passport Center is co-located with the building at 7333 East Rosewood St. The entrance to the Western Passport Center does not face East Rosewood St but is on the right-hand side of the building located at 7333 East Rosewood St, under the canvas awning (“shade sail”). (Travel time is approximately 25 minutes)

By Public Transportation
7373 East Rosewood St is approximately ½ mile from the nearest Sun Tran bus stop. For route, fare and schedule information, visit http://suntran.com or call (520) 792-9222.

Parking Info
Public parking is available in the parking lot on the right-hand side of the building located at 7333 East Rosewood St or in the parking lot across the street.

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When You Arrive for Your Appointment at the
Western Passport Center

• You will need your Social Security Number or your confirmation number.
• To maximize customer comfort and comply with fire and safety regulations, Passport Agency public waiting areas are limited to applicants, required witnesses, and those accompanying minors or disabled applicants or serving as interpreters. 
• Upon entry to the building, you will go through security, including metal detectors.
• Go to check-in/information window.  Your appointment will be verified.
• You will be given a numbered ticket with the approximate, current waiting time at the bottom.  (We do our best to keep the waiting time as short as possible.)
• Please take a seat. 
• When your number is announced and appears on the television monitor, go to the number of the window indicated.
• For information on what you need to bring to your appointment, see our information on How to Apply in Person for a Passport.

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