Getting a Passport in Marietta, OK: Forms, Facilities, Tips

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Location: Marietta, OK
Getting a Passport in Marietta, OK: Forms, Facilities, Tips

Getting a Passport in Marietta, OK

Marietta residents in Love County often apply for passports for Mexico/Canada business trips (agriculture, oil, trade) or leisure to Europe/Caribbean cruises. Demand peaks March-April (spring break), June-August (summer), and November-December (holidays); book 4-6 weeks ahead at limited local spots to skip drives to Ardmore/Dallas. Pitfalls: bad photos (2x2" white background, neutral expression), missing parental consent (DS-3053), wrong form (DS-11 new vs. DS-82 renewal), overlooked fees ($60 expedite). U.S. citizens only; 16+ renewals eligible by mail if undamaged/issued <15 years prior. Routine: 6-8 weeks; expedite: 2-3 weeks (+$60). Urgent (<14 days): prove with itinerary at Dallas agency (4+hr drive). Check processing times and status.

TL;DR Checklist (Click for Mobile Quick-Scan)
  1. Run Passport Wizard for DS-11 (in-person new/minor/lost) vs. DS-82 (mail renewal).
  2. Gather: citizenship proof (OK birth cert), ID + photocopies, 2x2" photo, fees (2 checks).
  3. Book Marietta PO/Court Clerk 4-6w ahead.
  4. Submit/track/expedite as needed. Pro tip: Scan originals first; apply fall to beat summer rush.

Pro tip: Pre-fill forms online, print unsigned; pharmacies in Ardmore fix photos cheaply.

Determine Which Passport Service You Need

Use this Marietta-tailored guide to avoid rejections/delays:

Scenario Form Method Key Pitfalls/Tips
First-time adult (16+), minor (<16), no prior passport, or prior issued <16 DS-11 In-person at facility (e.g., Marietta PO) Both parents for minors (or notarized DS-3053); originals only—no mail. Expect 30-60min oath/review.
Renewal (issued 16+, <15yrs ago, undamaged/in possession) DS-82 Mail from home Lost/damaged? Use DS-11. Faster/cheaper; no local hassle.
Lost/stolen/damaged DS-64 (report first), then DS-82 (if eligible) or DS-11 Online report + mail/in-person Skip DS-64 = delays. Mail to Natl Processing Ctr, Phila.
Expedited (not urgent) Add $60 at submission Same as above 2-3w; track via email.
Urgent (<14 days) DS-11/82 + proof (itinerary) Local + Dallas agency appt (1-877-487-2778) No same-day local; life/death for 72hr.

Confirm via State Dept Wizard. For OK minors: Long-form birth cert proves parentage/citizenship.

Quick Form Differences

  • DS-11: New/in-person only; unsigned till agent witnesses. Fees: $130 adult/$100 child app + $35 exec.
  • DS-82: Renewal/mail; signed/mailed with old passport. $130; no exec fee.

Gather Required Documents

Assemble pre-appointment to dodge 30% rejection rate.

  • Citizenship (original + photocopy): OK long-form birth cert ($15 from State Vital Records); naturalization cert; prior passport. Love County Clerk doesn't issue.
  • ID (original + photocopy): OK driver's license (preferred), state ID, military. Name change? Full chain (marriage cert, court order). No expired/laminated.
  • Minors: DS-3053 notarized (90 days fresh, absent parent's ID copy); sole custody? Court order stating "sole legal custody."
  • Photos: 2 identical 2x2", <6mo old, pro (not selfies). Rejections: glare/shadows (25% cases).
  • Fees: 2 checks (app to "U.S. Dept of State"; exec to facility). Adult new: $130+$35; child: $100+$35; expedite +$60.

Pro tip: Photocopy front/back on 8.5x11 white (color); order lost OK birth cert 2-4w early.

Passport Photos: Avoid Rejections

Specs: Color, photo paper, white bg, neutral face/eyes open, no glasses/hats/uniforms/shadows. CVS/Walmart Ardmore (~20mi): $16.99. Call Marietta PO to check.

Passport Acceptance Facilities

Limited in Marietta (pop. ~2,800)—book via phone/USPS.com 4-6w ahead (Fri/weekends fill fast). No same-day; they forward for processing.

Facility Address Phone Booking/Notes
Marietta Post Office 26 Main St, Marietta, OK 73448 (580) 276-4291 Appts via USPS.com; photos? Call.
Love County Court Clerk 405 W Oklahoma Blvd (Courthouse), Marietta, OK 73448 (580) 276-3059 Appts via site.
Ardmore Post Office (20mi N) 2100 W Broadway, Ardmore, OK 73401 (580) 223-9788 High volume; USPS appts.
Lone Grove Post Office (~15mi) 803 N 7th St, Lone Grove, OK 73443 Check USPS Appts required.

Full search: State Locator. Busy: mornings/Mon peak season; try Tue-Thu AM.

Step-by-Step Application Checklist

  1. Wizard: DS-11/82? pptform.state.gov.
  2. Forms: Download/print/fill (DS-11 unsigned).
  3. Docs: Citizenship/ID + copies; minor extras.
  4. Photos/fees: 2x2", 2 checks.
  5. Book: Call facility.
  6. Submit: Arrive early, sign/oath/pay (30-60min).
  7. Track: passportstatus.state.gov after 1w. Expedite? +$60/FedEx return.
  8. Mail DS-82: Natl Passport Processing Ctr, PO Box 90155, Philadelphia, PA 19190-0155.

Expect: Agent reviews, oath, seals packet. No passport issued on-site.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Same-day in Marietta? No; 6-8w routine. Dallas agency for <14 days w/proof.

Expedited vs. urgent? Expedite 2-3w local (+$60); urgent agency only.

Appointment needed? Yes, call early (seasonal rush).

Child prior passport? <16 always DS-11 in-person.

OK birth cert? Vital Records, $15.

Old photo OK? No, <6mo.

Lost abroad? Report travel.state.gov, then replace.

Passport card for cruises? Yes, closed-loop U.S. ports.

Sources

[1] U.S. Dept of State - Passports
[2] USPS Passports
[3] Renew by Mail
[4] OK Vital Records
[5] Photo Requirements
[6] Love County Clerk
[7] Facility Search
[8] Status Check

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