Stroud OK Passport Guide: Facilities, Forms DS-11/DS-82, Tips

Getting a Passport in Stroud, Oklahoma

Stroud residents in rural Lincoln County, OK, face unique travel needs tied to Route 66 tourism, energy sector jobs (e.g., Permian Basin runs or global conferences), family road trips to Gulf beaches, or OSU visits. Facilities book fast during peaks (March-June, Nov-Dec), so plan 6-8 weeks routine or 2-3 expedited ahead. Dodge pitfalls like photo rejections (must be pro 2x2", white background), form errors, or wrong-facility drives. This guide follows U.S. State Department steps [1], with Stroud-specific tips, checklists, and DS-11 vs. DS-82 decision trees to cut delays.

Determine Which Passport Service You Need

Match your case to avoid common rural OK errors like in-person renewals or missing parental docs:

Quick Flowchart: Eligible mail renewal? → DS-82. Else → DS-11. Verify at travel.state.gov/forms. Factor 10-13 wk in-person routine from Stroud drives.

First-Time Passport (DS-11)

Apply in person if new, old passport invalid for renewal. Steps:

1. Print unsigned DS-11 [2].
2. Original citizenship proof (Lincoln Co. birth cert via Chandler Clerk 405-258-1307 [7]) + photocopy.
3. Valid ID (OK DL) + photocopy.
4. Pro photo.
5. Fees separate (check to State Dept.).

Avoid: Early signing, no photocopies, selfies. Expect 15-30 min facility visit + 6-8 wk mail processing.

Passport Renewal (DS-82)

Mail-eligible? Skip facilities. Steps:

1. Signed DS-82 + old passport + photo + check [2].
2. Certified mail trackable.

Avoid: Damaged passports (go DS-11), cash, expired photos. 6-8 wk standard; ideal for non-urgent Stroud trips.

Replacement for Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Passport

Report DS-64 online [3], then DS-11 (in person) or DS-82/DS-5504 if eligible. Urgent? Expedite + agency.

Passport Acceptance Facilities Near Stroud

Stroud has no facility—nearest handle DS-11 (new/child apps); confirm DS-82 ineligibility first. Use official locator [5] (filter ZIP 74079) for real-time appointments/hours. USPS sites: Book via USPS Appointment Scheduler. Clerks: Phone/locator only. Expect verification, oath, seal-forward (15-30 min).

Comprehensive List (distances from Stroud center):

• Lincoln County Court Clerk (15 mi E, Chandler): 203 S. Broadway St., Chandler, OK 74834. (405) 258-1307. Weekdays; photos sometimes. Locator.
• Chandler Post Office (15 mi E): 2501 N. Hwy 66, Chandler, OK 74834. (405) 258-1181. USPS Apt | Locator.
• Prague Post Office (20 mi S): 130 E. Indian Creek Dr., Prague, OK 74864. (405) 567-2389. USPS Apt | Locator.
• Cushing Post Office (25 mi N): 222 E. Broadway St., Cushing, OK 74023. (918) 225-2551. USPS Apt | Locator.

Busy Times & Tips: Peaks overload Mondays/midday; book 4-6 wks early via links/phones. Early wkdays best. Rural drives: Gas up, bring extras (photos/docs). No walk-ins guaranteed.

Required Documents and Eligibility

Citizenship (orig + photocopy): Long-form birth cert (Lincoln Co. Clerk recent [7]; state for older). No photocopies alone.

ID (orig + photocopy): OK DL matching name.

Photos: 1x 2x2" compliant.

Forms: Unsigned DS-11 in-person [2].

Passport Photos: Avoid Common Rejections

25% OK rejections from poor specs [8]. Get pro at Stroud Walmart/CVS/Walgreens (~$15):

• 2x2", head 1-1⅜".
• White bg, no shadows/glasses/selfies, recent <6 mo. Check samples [8]. Bring 2x.

Fees and Payment Methods

Execution Fee (facility): $35 adult/$30 child (cash/check/credit varies).

App Fee (to State Dept, check/MO): $130 adult book/$100 card first-time; $35 execution extra.

Expedite +$60; 1-day return +$21.09. Examples: Adult DS-11 book $165+$35. No refunds [1].

Processing Times and Expedited Options

Routine: 6-8 wk mail/10-13 in-person [9]. Peaks +2-4 wk.

Expedited: 2-3 wk +$60 everywhere.

Urgent <14 days: OKC Agency appt (1-877-487-2778), itinerary proof, ~2 hr drive (300 N Independence St, OKC 73101) [10].

Track: passportstatus.state.gov. Apply 3+ mo early.

Step-by-Step Checklist for DS-11 (New/Replacement/Minor)

1. Wizard confirm [1].
2. Unsigned DS-11 [2].
3. Pro photo [8].
4. Photocopies.
5. Book via USPS or locator.
6. Fees ready.
7. Arrive early; sign on-site.
8. Track [9].

DS-82: Mail old passport + signed form + photo + fee.

Special Considerations for Minors Under 16

DS-11 in-person, both parents/ID/child birth cert. Absent parent: Notarized DS-3053 [11]. 5-yr validity, lower fees. Local certs via county/state [7].

Frequently Asked Questions

Same-day in Stroud? No; OKC agency urgent only [10].

Expired DL? OK w/ other ID [1].

Birth cert? Chandler Clerk recent; state older [7].

Expedited vs urgent? 2-3 wk vs <14 days agency [9].

Lost renewal? DS-11 in-person [3].

Passport card for cruises? Yes land/sea (not air) [1].

Photo issues? Shadows/size; pro only [8].

OK peaks? +wks spring/summer; early apply [9].

Sources

[1] U.S. Department of State - Passports
[2] Passport Forms
[3] Lost/Stolen
[4] USPS Passports
[5] Facility Search
[6] How to Apply
[7] OK Vital Records
[8] Photo Requirements
[9] Processing Times
[10] Passport Agencies
[11] Children Under 16