Preparing for an international flight out of MIA? If you need to submit a new, first-time passport application, Miami-Dade County offers numerous local acceptance facilities. Find an office near you to get your Form DS-11 processed.
Start Here: Is This the Right Place to Apply?
- Use this Miami office list if: this is a first-time passport, a child passport, or another situation that requires applying in person with Form DS-11.
- This is usually not the right page if: you qualify to renew your passport by mail or online using Form DS-82, or if you need data corrections using Form DS-5504.
- Need a passport urgently? If you have proof of international travel within 14 days or a life-or-death emergency, review our urgent passport options or the Miami Passport Agency process.
- Not sure which form you need? Start with our passport requirements guide.
How to use this page: The offices below are local passport acceptance facilities. They can accept DS-11 applications with routine or expedited service, but they do not provide service faster than standard expedited processing. Always confirm appointments, office hours, and photo service availability before visiting.
Miami Passport Acceptance Facilities
These are the Miami-area offices where applicants can submit a new passport application in person. For more locations outside the city, see the full Florida passport acceptance facility list.
| Facility Name | Street Address | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CITY OF MIAMI | 3500 PAN AMERICAN DRIVE | MIAMI | FL | 33133 | (305) 859-2705 |
| SOUTH DADE REGIONAL LIBRARY | 10750 SW 211 STREET | MIAMI | FL | 33189 | (305) 233-8140 |
| US POSTAL SERVICE JOSE MARTI STATION | 425 N.W. 27TH AVENUE | MIAMI | FL | 33125 | (305) 541-2782 |
| USPS KENDALL FINANCE UNIT | 8821 SW 136TH ST | MIAMI | FL | 33176 | (305) 235-1546 |
| USPS LITTLE RIVER BRANCH | 140 NE 84TH ST | MIAMI | FL | 33138 | (305) 754-1329 |
| USPS MIAMI GENERAL MAIL FACILITY | 2200 NW 72ND AVE | MIAMI | FL | 33152 | (305) 470-0381 |
| USPS QUAIL HEIGHTS BRANCH | 10360 SW 186TH ST | MIAMI | FL | 33197 | (305) 253-4910 |
| USPS SNAPPER CREEK BRANCH | 11000 SW 104TH ST | MIAMI | FL | 33116 | (305) 270-0335 |
| USPS SOUTH MIAMI BRANCH | 5927 SW 70TH ST | MIAMI | FL | 33143 | (305) 661-5435 |
| USPS SURFSIDE POST OFFICE | 250 95TH ST | MIAMI | FL | 33154 | (305) 861-6054 |
| USPS TOWN AND COUNTRY POSTAL STORE | 8266 MILLS DR | MIAMI | FL | 33283 | (305) 279-0679 |
How to Get a New Passport Fast
Step 1: Visit a local office above.
Step 2: Get your application witnessed and sealed.
Step 3: Let a registered courier expedite your processing and return your passport in days, not weeks.
Miami Passport Agency
The Miami Passport Agency only serves customers who are traveling internationally or submitting their passports for foreign visas on an urgent timeline. To apply at the Agency, you must schedule an appointment and meet the strict travel window criteria.
- 14-Day Rule: You must have proof of international travel within 14 calendar days.
- 28-Day Rule: You must have proof of international travel within 28 calendar days and require a foreign visa.
Local Tip: The Miami Passport Agency is located in the Claude Pepper Federal Building on West Flagler Street. Give yourself extra time to clear the strict, airport-style security at the entrance, and be aware that parking downtown can be challenging-public transit or a rideshare is often easier.
Miami Passport Expediting Services
Don't want to fight the downtown traffic or wait in long lines at the Claude Pepper Federal Building? A registered Miami passport expediter can submit your paperwork on your behalf, saving you from wasting time, missing work, and the costs to travel to and from the agency.
These registered Miami passport expediting services can submit applications for expedited passports on a daily basis. If you have an emergency and need to obtain your passport within 2 weeks or less but are unable to personally visit a regional agency, utilizing a private courier service is an excellent solution.
Before Visiting a Miami Passport Acceptance Facility
- Complete Form DS-11, but wait to sign it until instructed at your appointment.
- Bring physical proof of U.S. citizenship and supporting documents.
- Bring a current government-issued photo ID and a photocopy of the front and back.
- Bring a photocopy of your citizenship evidence.
- Bring one official passport photo.
- Be prepared to pay two separate passport fees: the U.S. Department of State passport application fee and the local execution/acceptance fee.
Many USPS and county acceptance facilities require appointments, so it is smart to call ahead or check the National Passport Information Center guidelines before visiting.
Note: The Department of State does not charge a fee to book an appointment. Beware of scheduling scams.
Watch: How to Fill Out Form DS-11
This quick walkthrough can help first-time applicants avoid common mistakes before heading to a Miami acceptance facility.
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Miami Passport FAQs
Usually no. These Miami passport acceptance facilities are mainly for Form DS-11 applicants, including first-time applicants, children, and others who must apply in person. Many renewal applicants should renew by mail or online instead.
Many acceptance facilities do require appointments. Before visiting a Miami location, confirm the current appointment rules, office hours, and whether passport photo service is available. Follow the steps in our guide to scheduling a passport appointment.
If travel is very close, a local acceptance facility may not be the fastest path. Review our urgent passport options, the Miami Passport Agency process, or registered courier options if your situation qualifies.
Most DS-11 applicants should bring an unsigned Form DS-11, proof of U.S. citizenship, photo ID, photocopies of citizenship evidence and ID, one passport photo, and the required fees. Our passport requirements guide can help with the full checklist.
First-time applicants submitting Form DS-11 must pay two separate fees: a passport application fee payable to the U.S. Department of State, and a local execution/acceptance fee payable to the facility. Review the current passport fees before your visit.
Standard processing times vary, but routine service typically takes 4 to 6 weeks. You can request expedited service at the facility for an additional government fee to receive your passport in 2 to 3 weeks. If you need it even faster, consider an urgent passport service.
Yes. All minors, including infants, must appear in person at the acceptance facility. For children under 16, both parents or guardians must authorize the issuance of the child's passport.
Compare Your Fast Passport Options
If routine service is too slow, you may need an agency appointment or help from a registered courier. Compare your options before you decide.
