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How to Apply for a New Passport in Atlanta, GA
American citizens can submit DS-11 forms at over a dozen official passport offices listed below. These include county courthouses, post offices, libraries, and universities. Acceptance facilites only accept new application form DS-11. Many offer passport photo services on-site.
- Complete Form DS-11: Download and fill out the application form but do not sign until you're in front of a Passport Acceptance Agent.
- Gather Supporting Documents:
- Proof of U.S. citizenship (certified birth certificate) and a photocopy.
- Valid photo ID (driver's license or state ID) and a photocopy.
- One 2"x2" passport photo. Photo requirements.
- Find a Acceptance Facility: The table below lists facilities in Charlotte and surrouding cities.
- Schedule an Appointment: Most locations require you to book ahead. Limited walk-in passport office slots are available.
There are additional requirements to get a passport for a minor age 15 or younger.
Atlanta Passport Acceptance Facilities
| Facility Name | Street Address | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATLANTA MAIN OFFICE | 3900 CROWN ROAD | ATLANTA | GA | 30304 | 4047657292 |
| FULTON COUNTY CLERK OF SUPERIOR AND MAGISTRATE COURT OFFICE | 136 PRYOR STREET | ATLANTA | GA | 30303 | 4046135313 |
| GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY ATLANTA CAMPUS ACCEPTANCE | 25 PARK PLACE NW, FLOOR SB | ATLANTA | GA | 30303 | |
| ATLANTA PASSPORT MEGA CENTER | 415 PLASTERS AVE NE | ATLANTA | GA | 30324 | 4047952231 |
| DECATUR MPO | 520 W PONCE DE LEON AVE | DECATUR | GA | 30030 | 4043708305 |
| DEKALB COUNTY, CLERK OF SUPERIOR COURT | 556 N MCDONOUGH STREET | DECATUR | GA | 30030 | 4046873870 |
| GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY - CLARKSTON CAMPUS SERVICES | 555 NORTH INDIAN CREEK DRIVE | CLARKSTON | GA | 30021 | 6788913320 |
| FOREST PARK POST OFFICE | 4989 COURTNEY DRIVE | FOREST PARK | GA | 30297 | 4043629696 |
| MABLETON POST OFFICE | 5284 FLOYD ROAD SW | MABLETON | GA | 30126 | 6784331780 |
| SMYRNA MAIN PO | 850 WINDY HILL ROAD SE | SMYRNA | GA | 30080 | 7704359508 |
| FULTON COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT SOUTH | 5600 STONEWALL TELL ROAD | COLLEGE PARK | GA | 30349 | 4046134217 |
| STONE MOUNTAIN POST OFFICE | 5181 W MOUNTAIN STREET | STONE MOUNTAIN | GA | 30083 | 7704988405 |
| FULTON COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT NORTH | 7741 ROSWELL ROAD | ATLANTA | GA | 30350 | 4046134217 |
| LITHONIA POST OFFICE | 3035 STONE MOUNTAIN STREET | LITHONIA | GA | 30058 | 7704840766 |
| COCHRAN PUBLIC LIBRARY | 174 BURKE STREET | STOCKBRIDGE | GA | 30281 | 6784325353 |
| STOCKBRIDGE POST OFFICE | 110 WALTER WAY | STOCKBRIDGE | GA | 30281 | 7705075483 |
| GWINNETT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY-MOUNTAIN PARK BRANCH | 1210 POUNDS ROAD S.W. | LILBURN | GA | 30047 | 7709785154 |
| LILBURN POST OFFICE | 4370 LAWRENCEVILLE HWY NW | LILBURN | GA | 30047 | 7702251098 |
| NORCROSS MAIN POST OFFICE | 265 MITCHELL RD | NORCROSS | GA | 30071 | 6782599877 |
| COBB COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT CLERK | 10 E PARK SQUARE BUILDING C | MARIETTA | GA | 30064 | 7705281639 |
Atlanta Passport Offices - Landmark References
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Atlanta Main Office
3900 Crown Road SW - Located just east of Greenbriar Mall and adjacent to the I-285/Greenbriar Parkway interchange in southwest Atlanta. -
Fulton County Clerk of Superior and Magistrate Court Office
136 Pryor Street - In Atlanta's Government District, three blocks east of the Georgia State Capitol and within walking distance of Centennial Olympic Park and the CNN Center. -
Georgia State University - Atlanta Campus Acceptance
25 Park Place NW, Floor SB - In the former SunTrust Bank tower, facing Woodruff Park and one block south of the Capitol grounds, two blocks from Centennial Olympic Park. -
Atlanta Passport Mega Center
415 Plasters Avenue NE - In the Brookhaven business corridor, adjacent to Mason Murer Fine Art and near the Arts Center MARTA station and the PATH400 trail. -
Fulton County Superior Court North
7741 Roswell Road NE - Just off I-285 at the Roswell Road exit, next to the RBM Mercedes-Benz dealership on the North Fulton Government Service Center campus.
You can also visit passport offices in nearby Marietta (or any other Georgia Passport Office) if it is more convenient. This is also true for nearby areas, like Roswell, where there are no local passport offices.
Appointment Requirements & Walk-Ins
- Schedule in advance: Nearly all passport offices in Atlanta require appointments.
- Walk-in exceptions: Many offices accept walk-ins, however, hours are limited.
Pro Tip: Always verify hours and appointment requirements before you go.
Processing Times & Fees
- Routine (Standard) Service: 4 to 6 weeks
- Expedited Service: 2 to 3 weeks (additional fee)
- Same-Day / Emergency Service: Possible at the Atlanta Passport Agency. Some registered expediters offer same day service. Proof of travel within 14 days (or 28 days with visa) is required.
Note on fees: Expedited passport service carries an extra charge of $60. Courier fees vary.
Atlanta Passport Photo Services
Atlanta Passport Agency (Emergency & Urgent Travel)
- Proof of urgent travel: Flight itinerary or visa appointment confirmation.
- Appointment: Call 1-877-487-2778 or schedule online.
- Arrival: Plan to arrive 15 minutes early; late arrivals may lose their slot.
- Same-day pickup: Available in most cases; ask at check-in.
Private Expediting & Courier Services
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Renewals, Name Changes & Error Corrections
Most renewals and corrections (Form DS-82 or DS-5504) are handled by mail:
- Renewals (DS-82): Eligibility: see the full list of renewal requirements.
- Name Changes/Corrections (DS-5504): No fee if within 1 year of issue.
Processing times mirror first-time applications: 4 to 6 weeks routine; 2 to 3 weeks expedited.
Top 5 Questions About Expedited Passport Couriers
2. What exactly does a passport expediter do?
3. Are passport expediting services legitimate?
4. How can I identify a reliable passport expeditor?
5. Is expedited passport service worth it?
Get answers to these questions and more in our Ultimate U.S. Traveler's Guide to Passport Expediters.
You can also visit our library of articles about passport expediting.
