Getting a Passport in Haverhill, FL: Facilities & Forms Guide

Getting a Passport in Haverhill, FL

Haverhill residents in Palm Beach County rely on nearby facilities for passports amid high demand from cruises at PortMiami/Fort Lauderdale, snowbird influxes (winter peaks), spring break/summer travel, and student exchanges at Florida Atlantic University or Palm Beach State College. Florida-specific challenges include photo rejections from sun glare/shadows, hurricane-season vital records delays (June-November), and extended processing during snowbird rushes (November-April). Standard processing: 6-8 weeks; expedited: 2-3 weeks (longer peaks). Plan 10-12 weeks ahead; verify at travel.state.gov.

Determine Which Passport Service You Need

Use this decision tree to select DS-11 (in-person new application) or DS-82 (mail renewal):

Quick Eligibility Checklist:

Unsure? State Dept wizard: travel.state.gov/forms.

What to Expect:

• DS-11: 15-45 min at facility; staff verifies docs, you sign on-site.
• DS-82: Mail-only if eligible; no facility visit.

Local Passport Acceptance Facilities Near Haverhill

Haverhill has no on-site facility—use Palm Beach County options (8-15 miles away). These State Dept.-authorized spots handle DS-11 (witness/sign), some DS-82, but forward to processing centers (no same-day passports). Book appointments online; walk-ins rare, especially peaks (Mondays, mid-day, snowbird season). Expect 15-45 min: doc review, oath, photos (some on-site). Arrive organized; execution fee ($35 adult/$30 minor) paid there (cash/check/card varies).

s://www.google.com/maps/place/Palm+Beach+County+Clerk/@26.715,-80.199,15z) | On-site photos; Mon-Fri. | | Wellington Post Office | ~10 miles | tools.usps.com | Maps | Book early; peak crowds. | | Royal Palm Beach Post Office | ~8 miles | tools.usps.com | Maps | Nearby option. | | Palm Beach County Tax Collector (e.g., Delray Beach) | ~20 miles | pbctax.gov | Maps Search | Verify passport services. | | Libraries/Other County Sites | Varies | travel.state.gov locator | Maps Search | Mobile events; check county site. |

Urgent (14 days)? Local first, then Miami agency (proof required). Use travel.state.gov locator for updates.

Required Documents and Photos

Core (Original + Photocopy on 8.5x11 paper):

• Citizenship: Birth cert (raised seal; FL Vital Stats or local Health Dept—order early, hurricane delays common).
• ID: FL driver's license/REAL ID (name match).

Photos: 2x2", color, white background, 1-1⅜" head size, neutral expression, no glare (FL sun culprit—use indoor pros like CVS/Walgreens, $15). Two identical per app.

Minors <16: Both parents/guardians consent:

• Both in-person (easiest).
• Or DS-3053 (notarized by absent parent + ID photocopy). Checklist: Download form; complete; sign before notary (not pre-signed); attach ID copy. Sole custody? Court order.

Fees and Payment

Separate payments: Application to "U.S. Dept of State" (check/money order); execution to facility.

Track: passportstatus.state.gov.

Step-by-Step Checklist

DS-11 (In-Person):

1. Confirm via

wizard. 2. Unsigned DS-11 + docs/photos/fees. 3. Minor extras. 4. Book appt (8-12 wks early). 5. Attend: Sign on-site, get receipt.

DS-82 (Mail Renewal):

1. Eligibility check.
2. Completed DS-82 + old passport + photos + fees.
3. Mail Priority to: PO Box 90155, Philadelphia, PA 19190-0155.

Expedited and Urgent Services

Add $60 at facility. Urgent: Flight proof for agency slot (Miami: 3010 NW 29th St.). Life-or-death: Call 1-877-487-2778. Snowbird peaks fill fast—book 4-6 wks ahead.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Wrong form (use wizard; childhood passports = DS-11).
• Photos: Sun glare/home prints (20-30% reject).
• Docs: No originals/photocopies; pre-signed DS-3053.
• Timing: Peak waits (winter/spring); no proof for urgent.
• Payment: Wrong payee; no appt (1-2 hr waits).
• Tip: Track weekly; expedite if >6 wks routine.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Processing time in Palm Beach County? 6-8 wks routine (longer peaks); track online.

On-site photos? Clerks yes; confirm.

Urgent child passport? Expedite + proof; both parents.

REAL ID for ID? Yes.

Expired renewal? Mail DS-82 if eligible.

Birth cert? County Health/FL site.

USPS appt? Required.

Lost abroad? DS-64 + replace on return.

Track and Next Steps

Email updates post-submission. Insure travel. Status: passportstatus.state.gov.

Sources

[1] U.S. Department of State - Passports
[2] Palm Beach County Clerk - Passports
[3] USPS Passport Locations
[4] Palm Beach County Tax Collector
[5] Florida Department of Health - Vital Statistics