Union County Clerk Passport Services

If you find yourself in a situation requiring urgent passport processing, the Union County Clerk’s office at 825 Main Street can certainly help facilitate the initial application. However, direct expedited processing beyond the standard acceptance is handled by the National Passport Center. For truly urgent travel (within 2-3 weeks), you’ll apply at the Clerk’s office, pay the expedited fee ($60) to the Department of State, and also include the optional 1-2 day delivery service ($19.53). The local deputy clerks will ensure your application is submitted correctly and marked for expedited service. For travel within days, you would need to contact the National Passport Information Center directly at 1-877-487-2778 to schedule an appointment at a regional passport agency, typically in Atlanta or Miami, which may necessitate a significant drive from Maynardville.

Currently, the Union County Clerk’s office at 825 Main Street does not offer on-site passport photo services. This is a common practice for many smaller county facilities. Applicants are responsible for providing two compliant, 2×2 inch passport photographs that meet all U.S. Department of State specifications. Fortunately, there are convenient options very close by in Maynardville. Both Okie’s Pharmacy at 4221 Maynardville Highway (0.2 miles away) and Food City Pharmacy at 4344 Maynardville Highway (0.4 miles away) routinely provide passport photo services. We recommend calling ahead to confirm their hours and current pricing for passport-compliant photographs before your scheduled appointment.

When applying for a passport at the Union County Clerk’s office, you’ll need to prepare two separate payments. The first payment, for the passport book or card fee, must be made out to the ‘U.S. Department of State’ and can only be in the form of a check or money order. They do not accept cash or credit/debit cards for this portion. The second payment is the $35 acceptance facility fee, which is paid directly to the Union County Clerk. For this fee, the office at 825 Main Street typically accepts cash, check, or credit/debit cards (Visa, MasterCard, Discover). It’s always a good idea to bring both a checkbook and some cash to your appointment to ensure a smooth transaction, regardless of which payment method you prefer for the acceptance fee.

The Union County Clerk’s office on Main Street acts as an acceptance facility, primarily for new passport applications (Form DS-11). For renewals using Form DS-82, the process is typically handled by mail directly to the Department of State. You can only renew by mail if your most recent passport is undamaged, was issued when you were 16 or older, was issued within the last 15 years, and is in your possession. If you meet these criteria, you would complete Form DS-82, gather your old passport, new photos, and the required fee, then mail it yourself. If you do not meet all the mail-in renewal requirements, such as if your passport is damaged or was issued when you were under 16, then you would need to apply in person at the Union County Clerk’s office as if it were a new passport application.

The cost of a U.S. passport involves two separate payments: one to the Department of State and one to the acceptance facility. For a standard passport book, the Department of State fee is $130, payable by check or money order. A passport card, suitable for land and sea travel to certain areas, costs $30. If you opt for both, the Department of State fee is $160. Additionally, the Union County Clerk’s office charges a $35 acceptance fee for each application processed, which can be paid by cash, check, or card. So, for a new passport book, your total would be $130 (DoS) + $35 (Clerk) = $165. Expedited processing adds an extra $60 to the Department of State fee, and 1-2 day return delivery costs an additional $19.53.

The passport office is located at 825 MAIN ST., MAYNARDVILLE, TN 37807. Get directions

Hours are 8:00-15:00. Call ahead at 8659928043.0 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 “UNION COUNTY CLERK” ($35). Cash may not be accepted.

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

Parking for the Union County Clerk’s office at 825 Main Street in Maynardville is relatively straightforward and generally stress-free, reflecting the town’s smaller scale. The most convenient option is the dedicated, free parking lot situated immediately behind the building, accessible via Academy Avenue, which runs parallel to Main Street a block south. This lot offers approximately 30 unmarked spaces, rarely filling to capacity, even during peak morning hours. Alternatively, ample free street parking is available directly on Main Street in front of the building and along adjacent side streets like Broad Street and Academy Avenue. These spots are typically unrestricted for up to two hours, which is more than sufficient for a passport appointment. For those visiting on a particularly busy day, perhaps during a local courthouse event, additional public parking is available at the Union County Courthouse, just across Main Street. This lot adds another 20 free spaces and is a mere 1-block walk to the Clerk’s office. During summer months, be mindful of the East Tennessee heat; consider parking in the shade if possible and hydrate. In winter, while heavy snow is infrequent, freezing rain can occur, so approach sidewalks and parking areas with caution, especially on icy mornings.

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.