Hallowell Post Office Passport Services

While the Hallowell Post Office may sometimes accommodate walk-ins, it’s highly recommended to schedule an appointment for passport services. This ensures a dedicated time slot, minimizes your wait, and guarantees a passport acceptance clerk is available. You can book an appointment online through the USPS website or by calling the Hallowell Post Office directly during business hours.

For your child’s first passport application at the Hallowell Post Office, you’ll need your valid Maine driver’s license as primary identification, along with the child’s birth certificate and your proof of parental relationship. Ensure your driver’s license is current and present, as expired IDs are not accepted. The DS-11 form should be completed but not signed before your appointment.

Yes, at the Hallowell Post Office, the $35 passport execution fee can be paid with a personal check or money order made out to ‘USPS.’ Please note that the separate passport application fee, which goes to the ‘U.S. Department of State,’ must also be paid by personal check or money order. Credit and debit cards are generally not accepted for these specific passport fees.

After submitting your application at the Hallowell Post Office, you can track its status online via the State Department’s website (travel.state.gov) usually 7-10 days later. Current routine processing times for passports can vary significantly, so always check the State Department’s website for the most up-to-date estimates. The Hallowell Post Office cannot provide specific updates once the application leaves the facility.

The Hallowell Post Office typically accepts passport applications during specific window hours, often from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM on weekdays, but it’s always best to call ahead to confirm. Parking on Water Street in historic downtown Hallowell can be limited, especially around lunchtime, so consider arriving earlier or later in the passport service window for easier access to street parking or nearby municipal lots.

The passport office is located at 95 SECOND STREET, HALLOWELL, ME 4347. Get directions

Hours are . Call ahead at 2076221121.0 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 “HALLOWELL POST OFFICE” ($35). Cash may not be accepted.

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

Parking options near HALLOWELL POST OFFICE may include street parking and public lots. Check local parking regulations and arrive early to find a convenient spot.

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.