Borough Of Leonia Clerks Office Passport Services

At the Borough Of Leonia Clerks Office, direct payment for the *application execution fee* cannot be made via credit card. The $35 execution fee must be paid separately to the Borough of Leonia, typically by check or money order. For the *passport application fee* itself, which goes to the U.S. Department of State, you’ll need a personal check or money order. Please be prepared with the appropriate payment methods when you visit our office at 312 Broad Avenue to ensure a smooth processing experience for your passport application.

For passport services at the Borough Of Leonia Clerks Office, two separate payments are required. The first, for the passport application fee itself, must be a check or money order made payable to the “U.S. Department of State.” We cannot accept cash or credit cards for this portion. The second payment, for the mandatory $35 execution fee, is payable to the “Borough of Leonia.” For this fee, we accept checks or money orders. Please ensure you have these two distinct payment types prepared before your appointment to facilitate a seamless application process.

Yes, absolutely. For all passport applications for minors under 16, it is a federal requirement for both parents or legal guardians to appear in person at the Borough Of Leonia Clerks Office. You’ll both need to present valid government-issued identification. Additionally, you must provide proof of your parental relationship to the child, such as a birth certificate or adoption decree, and evidence of the child’s U.S. citizenship. If one parent cannot be present, specific notarized consent forms (DS-3053) are required. Our clerks on Broad Avenue can guide you through these specific requirements to ensure your child’s application is correctly submitted.

The primary difference between routine and expedited passport processing at the Borough Of Leonia Clerks Office lies in the turnaround time and cost. Routine processing is the standard service, costing less but taking significantly longer, typically several weeks or months. Expedited processing, however, dramatically shortens the waiting period, usually to a matter of weeks, but comes with an additional government fee. If you have immediate travel plans, we strongly recommend opting for expedited service. You can request expedited service at our office during your application appointment on Broad Avenue, and our staff will ensure all necessary forms and payments for this accelerated service are included.

Whether you can renew your passport at the Borough Of Leonia Clerks Office depends on the specific circumstances of your renewal. If your previous passport was issued less than 15 years ago, you were 16 or older when it was issued, and it’s undamaged, you are generally eligible to renew by mail using Form DS-82. In this common scenario, you would not need to visit our office. However, if you do not meet all of these criteria—for instance, if your passport is damaged, was issued when you were under 16, or has been expired for too long—you would need to apply in person at our Leonia office, treated as a new application, using Form DS-11.

The passport office is located at 312 BROAD AVE, LEONIA, NJ 7605. Get directions

Hours are . Call ahead at 2015925780.0 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 “BOROUGH OF LEONIA CLERKS OFFICE” ($35). Cash may not be accepted.

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

Parking for the Borough Of Leonia Clerks Office at 312 Broad Avenue requires careful planning, especially during peak weekday hours. Directly adjacent to the Borough Hall on the west side, there is a dedicated municipal parking lot offering approximately 15 free spaces. This lot fills quickly, particularly between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM. If this lot is full, alternative metered parking is available along Broad Avenue itself, extending both north and south from the facility. These meters are active Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, costing $1.25 per hour, payable via the ParkMobile app (Zone 201). Expect to pay for at least one hour. For appointments, it is advisable to arrive 15-20 minutes early to secure a spot either in the small lot or on Broad Avenue. A slightly more distant option is metered street parking along Fort Lee Road, one block west, which offers comparable rates and often has more availability, a mere 0.2-mile walk to the office. During winter months, particularly after snowfall, street parking on Broad Avenue can be limited due to snow accumulation, so the municipal lot becomes even more crucial. Conversely, during summer, shaded spots are at a premium, making early arrival beneficial.

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.