Osceola Clerk & Comptroller’s Office Offers Convenient Passport Services with On-Site Services and Appointments

As more Osceola County residents prepare for international trips, cruises, study-abroad programs, and mission work, the Osceola County Clerk of the Circuit Court & County Comptroller is reminding the community that passport services are available locally — offering a convenient option for families and first-time applicants who prefer in-person service close to home.

Passport applications are accepted at the Osceola County Courthouse, located at 2 Courthouse Square in Downtown Kissimmee, with appointments offered Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The service includes full application processing for new passports, passport photos, and help preparing required documentation.

What Residents Need to Bring

Residents applying for a passport must complete the federal DS-11 application and bring:

Proof of U.S. citizenship, such as an original or certified birth certificate with parent names listed.
Valid government-issued photo ID, like a driver’s license or state ID.
A 2×2 passport photo, which can be taken on-site for a small fee.
Photocopies of both the citizenship document and ID.

Parents applying for children under 16 should be aware that both parents or legal guardians must appear with identification. If only one parent is present, additional consent documents are required.

Processing Times and Fees

The Clerk’s Office handles the acceptance and submission of passport applications, while the U.S. Department of State processes them. Residents can choose between routine or expedited service depending on their travel timeline.

Routine processing: typically 8–11 weeks
Expedited processing: about 5–7 weeks, with additional fees
Clerk acceptance fee: $35
On-site photo: $12

Passport book and card fees are set by the U.S. Department of State and vary for adults and children.

Because processing times can fluctuate, travelers are urged to apply well in advance — especially ahead of the busy spring and summer travel seasons.

What Services Are—and Aren’t—Handled Locally

The Clerk’s Office accepts applications for:

First-time applicants
Minors under 16
Individuals replacing a lost, stolen, or damaged passport
Applicants whose previous passport is more than 15 years old

Adults who simply need to renew their passport can usually do so by mail, without visiting the courthouse.

Streamlined Appointments and a Virtual Queue

To reduce wait times and improve customer experience, the office uses a virtual queue system, allowing residents to check in online and wait from anywhere until their appointment is called.

Passport appointments must be scheduled in advance through the Clerk’s website.

For a rapidly growing community like Osceola County — where convenience, accessibility, and bilingual service make a meaningful difference — having local passport acceptance services helps eliminate unnecessary travel to distant processing centers or out-of-county offices.

The Clerk’s Office notes that demand for passports continues to rise as more families plan international vacations and more residents seek federal identification alternatives.