Long Valley Post Office Passport Services

To apply for a U.S. passport at the Long Valley Post Office, you’ll need several crucial documents. Primarily, you must present proof of U.S. citizenship, such as your original birth certificate (with a raised seal), a previous undamaged U.S. passport, or a Certificate of Naturalization. Photocopies are not accepted; only originals or certified copies. You also need a valid government-issued identification document, typically a valid driver’s license from New Jersey or another state, presented with a photocopy of both the front and back. Do not forget to bring a completed, unsigned DS-11 Passport Application Form, which can be filled out online and printed. For passport photos, while professional photos are highly recommended, the Long Valley Post Office does offer on-site photo services for a fee, ensuring they meet strict federal guidelines.

The Long Valley Post Office, like most passport acceptance facilities, operates strictly by appointment for passport application services. Walking in without a pre-scheduled appointment will unfortunately result in your being turned away, as agents are typically booked solid and require dedicated time for each application. It’s highly advisable to schedule your visit well in advance, especially during peak travel seasons like late spring or early summer, by using the USPS online appointment scheduler or calling the facility directly. While postal services like mailing letters or purchasing stamps can be done during regular operating hours without an appointment, passport services are an entirely different process requiring specific allocated time and a trained acceptance agent.

After submitting your passport application at the Long Valley Post Office, you can easily track its status online. The Department of State provides an official Online Passport Status System where you can check the progress of your application using your last name, date of birth, and the last four digits of your Social Security Number. It typically takes 7-10 business days for your application status to appear in the system after it has been mailed from the Long Valley facility and received by a passport agency. Keep the receipt provided by the Long Valley Post Office, as it contains important information. Rest assured, all applications mailed from this facility are sent via secure USPS Priority Mail, ensuring reliable delivery to the processing centers.

If you require your passport urgently, the Long Valley Post Office can certainly help you initiate the expedited process. When you submit your application here, you’ll specifically request expedited service, which incurs an additional fee of $60 (as of November 2024), paid directly to the Department of State. This significantly reduces the processing time, typically to 2-3 weeks, compared to the routine 7-9 weeks. You also have the option to pay for 1-2 day delivery service for your completed passport book. While the Long Valley facility cannot issue same-day passports, applying for expedited service is the fastest route available through a local acceptance facility. For true emergency travel (within 1-2 weeks), you would need to contact the National Passport Information Center directly to schedule an appointment at a regional passport agency, such as the one in New York City or Philadelphia.

When applying for a passport at the Long Valley Post Office, it’s crucial to understand the two-payment system. The application fee to the U.S. Department of State must be paid by check or money order only. Credit cards or cash are not accepted for this portion. This check or money order should be made payable to ‘U.S. Department of State.’ For the execution fee ($35) paid to the Long Valley Post Office, which covers the processing of your application, you can use a wider range of payment methods. These include credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover), debit cards, checks, money orders, or cash. Please ensure you have both payments ready and correctly formatted to avoid any delays during your appointment.

The passport office is located at 3 OLD FARMERS ROAD, LONG VALLEY, NJ 7853. Get directions

Hours are . Call ahead at 9088763161.0 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 “LONG VALLEY POST OFFICE” ($35). Cash may not be accepted.

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

Parking at the Long Valley Post Office is notably convenient, a significant advantage for those with passport appointments. Directly behind the building, accessible via a clearly marked driveway from Old Farmers Road, is a dedicated, free, paved parking lot. This lot features 22 clearly delineated spaces, including two designated accessible spots, ample for the typical daily volume of visitors. For those rare instances where the primary lot is full, supplemental parking is available along the north side of Old Farmers Road, extending approximately 100 feet in either direction from the Post Office driveway, where parallel parking is permitted without meters or time restrictions. Additionally, the ShopRite of Washington Township, located about 0.3 miles south on Schooley’s Mountain Road, offers an expansive parking facility, which can serve as an overflow option if absolutely necessary, though it would entail a brisk 5-7 minute walk back to the Post Office. During winter months, particularly from December through March, applicants should account for potential ice patches in the parking lot and ensure their vehicle is equipped for snowy conditions, as plowing is efficient but can’t prevent all refreezing. Similarly, summer appointments (June-August) mean direct sun exposure, so arriving a few minutes early to secure a shaded spot, if available, on the western side of the lot, can enhance comfort. The best strategy for passport appointments is to arrive 10 minutes prior to your scheduled time to secure a spot in the primary lot and gather your documents without rush.

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.