San Diego City Clerk Passport Services

If you require your passport urgently, the San Diego City Clerk acts as a passport acceptance facility and can process expedited applications. When submitting your DS-11 form here, you’ll indicate your need for expedited service and pay the additional government fee. This typically reduces processing times significantly. However, for genuinely urgent travel (within 2-3 weeks), you might need to contact the National Passport Information Center directly or schedule an appointment at the San Diego Passport Agency, located at 401 West A Street, Suite 1000, Downtown. The City Clerk’s office will get your expedited application into the system swiftly, but direct agency appointments are for immediate travel emergencies.

The San Diego City Clerk passport acceptance facility primarily operates by appointment to ensure efficient service and minimal wait times for all applicants. While the office is a public municipal building, walk-in passport services are generally not accommodated due to high demand and scheduled staffing. It is strongly advised to book your passport appointment in advance through the City Clerk’s official online portal. Attempting to walk in without a pre-scheduled time slot will likely result in being turned away or asked to schedule for a later date, potentially causing unnecessary delays in your passport application process. Always confirm the specific appointment policy on the City Clerk’s website before your visit.

The cost of a passport application involves two primary payments. For a new adult passport book (Form DS-11) at the San Diego City Clerk, you’ll pay a $130 application fee directly to the U.S. Department of State via check or money order. Additionally, there’s a mandatory $35 execution fee payable to the City of San Diego, which can often be paid by credit card, check, or money order. If you opt for the passport card, that’s $30, and both book and card are $160. Expedited service incurs an extra $60 fee per application, plus any overnight delivery charges. Always double-check the current fee schedule on the Department of State’s official website or the San Diego City Clerk’s passport services page before your appointment to ensure you bring the correct payment methods and amounts.

Yes, parking is available, though it requires some foresight due to the San Diego City Clerk’s downtown location at 202 C Street. Limited metered street parking can be found on C Street, B Street, and nearby avenues like 2nd and 3rd. These spots are paid and often fill quickly, especially during business hours. For more reliable parking, several paid garages are within a few blocks’ walk. Options include the Spreckels Garage at 121 Broadway (about 0.2 miles south) or the Horton Plaza Parking Garage at 4th Avenue and G Street (about 0.4 miles southeast). Planning to arrive early or using public transit, such as the Trolley to Civic Center Station, is highly recommended to alleviate parking stress.

After submitting your passport application at the San Diego City Clerk’s office, you can track its status online through the U.S. Department of State’s official Passport Application Status webpage. You’ll need the last name, date of birth, and the last four digits of the Social Security Number provided on your application. It typically takes 7-10 business days from your appointment date for your application status to become available online as it journeys from the acceptance facility to a processing agency. Keep your application receipt, as it contains details that might be helpful for tracking. Be aware that routine processing times, as of November 2024, average around 7.2 weeks, and expedited services average 2.5 weeks.

The passport office is located at 202 C STREET, SAN DIEGO, CA 92101. Get directions

Hours are . Call ahead at 6195334000.0 to confirm before visiting.

Photos on-site: 1. If available, photos typically cost around $15 in cash.

Routine processing takes 12-13 weeks. Expedited service (additional $60 fee) takes 7-9 weeks. Our expedited service gets your passport in 3-10 days.

Most facilities accept check or money order. You’ll need two separate payments: one to “U.S. Department of State” ($130) and one to “SAN DIEGO CITY CLERK” ($35). Cash may not be accepted.

Handicap access: 1. The facility is ADA compliant with accessible entrances and facilities.

Navigating parking around the San Diego City Clerk’s office at 202 C Street requires strategic planning, as downtown San Diego can be quite busy, especially during peak weekday hours. Metered street parking is available on C Street, B Street, and adjacent avenues like 2nd and 3rd. These meters typically operate from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Saturday, with rates averaging $2.75 to $3.25 per hour. Payment can be made via credit card at the meter or through the ParkMobile app, but spots fill quickly, particularly on C Street itself. For more reliable parking, several paid parking garages are within a short walk. The Spreckels Garage, located at 121 Broadway (operated by Ace Parking), is approximately two blocks south, a 0.2-mile walk, offering rates around $12 for up to two hours and $25 for the full day. Another option is the Horton Plaza Parking Garage at 4th Avenue and G Street, about three blocks southeast (0.4 miles), with varying rates, often $10-18 for several hours. The Fifth Avenue Financial Centre Parking garage at 225 Broadway is another close choice, just one block south. To minimize stress, consider booking an early morning appointment, as street parking is slightly more available before 9 AM. During summer months (June-August) and around major holidays, downtown traffic and parking demand significantly increase, so allow extra travel time. Winter rains can make the walk from a more distant garage less appealing, so factor in weather conditions.

No, passport renewals cannot be done at acceptance facilities. Renewals must be mailed directly to the State Department using Form DS-82, or you can use our expedited renewal service.

If you’re traveling soon, our expedited service can get your passport in as little as 3 days. We handle everything from document review to delivery, with 24/7 support. Call 800-860-8610 to get started.