What is required to obtain a passport?
The following items are required to apply for a passport. The instruction sheet on the reverse side of the application explains in very explicit detail exactly what will be accepted in regard to the photos and the U.S. Citizenship evidence.
- You must be a U.S or Naturalized citizen.
- Submit two passport photographs.
- Proof of citizenship in the form of a birth certificate or naturalization certificate must be submitted.
- You must show valid picture identification such as driver's license or a Michigan State I.D.
- The proper passport applications must be properly completed and submitted.
Where to Apply
Mecosta County Clerk's Office
400 Elm Street, Big Rapids, MI 49307 | (231) 592-0783 | M-F 8:30am - 4:30pm
The Register of Deed's office accepts check or money order and can also take photos
for $8 extra. The breakdown for payment would be: $140 US State Department, $25 to
Mecosta Register of Deed's Office. Express service is extra.
Big Rapids Post Office
826 Division Street, Big Rapids, MI 49307 | (800) 275-8777 | M-F 10:30am - 3:30pm
The Post Office accepts check, cash or debit and can also take the photos. The breakdown
for the payment would be: $75 US State Department, $25 fee to Postmaster and an extra
$15 for the pictures. Express service is extra.
Walgreens
1010 S. State Street, Big Rapids, MI 49307 | (231) 592-0385
Walgreens can do passports photos ONLY and cannot process the applications.
Additional Application Location
What is required to obtain a passport?
The following items are required to apply for a passport. The instruction sheet on the reverse side of the application explains in very explicit detail exactly what will be accepted in regard to the photos and the U.S. Citizenship evidence.
- You must be a U.S or Naturalized citizen.
- You must submit two passport photographs.
- You must provide proof of citizenship in the form of a birth certificate or a naturalization certificate
- You must show valid picture identification such as a driver's license or a Michigan State I.D.
You must properly complete and submit the proper passport application