Passport Fair
Staff from the Rutherford County Library System will be hosting a passport fair in October!
Location: Rutherford County Administration Office (289 N. Main St., Rutherfordton, NC)
Date: October 14, 2023
Time: 9am to 3pm
Applicants will be seen on a first come, first served basis – no appointments needed!
What To Bring
All applicants, including children, must be present.
Children ages birth to 15 must have both parents listed on their birth certificate present. In the event that one parent cannot be present, Form DS-3053 must be completed and notarized before coming to the fair. A photocopy of the back and front of the non-appearing parent’s valid photo identification must also be included with the application.
Young adults ages 16 and 17 only need one parent present.
Please be sure to have ALL of the following with you:
- Two separate checks (personal checks, cashier’s checks, or money orders). One made out to the Rutherford County Library and one made out to the U.S. Department of State. See Fees section below for more information.
- Two copies (an original and one photocopy) of at least one of the following:
- Birth certificate
- Naturalization certificate
- Previous U.S. passport
- Permanent resident card (required for the child of a naturalized parent)
- A photocopy of the front and back of your photo identification (e.g. state-issued Driver’s License or ID card) for applicants 16 and older and parents of children ages birth to 15. You must also present the original of the same ID when submitting your application.
- A completed and unsigned application form (DS-11) filled out in black ink. This form may be picked up in advance at the library or filled out and printed from the US Department of State website.
- One passport photo. You can have these taken at local businesses such as CVS, Walgreens, Staples, and the UPS Store.
If you would like to have photocopies of your documents and ID made in advance of the fair, you can stop by the Rutherford County Library at 255 Callahan Koon Rd, Spindale, NC. Copies are $0.25 per page.
Please be aware that some situations may require additional documentation (adoptions, foreign births, name changes other than marriage, etc). If you have any questions, you can call the library (828-287-6115) before the fair and ask to speak to a passport agent.
Fees
You will need to make two separate payments, one to the Rutherford County Library and one to the US Department of State.
Required Fees
| Rutherford County Library | Fee Amount (Personal Check, Cashier’s Check, or Money Orders ONLY) |
|---|---|
| Execution Fee | $35 per application |
| US Department of State | Fee Amount (Personal Check, Cashier’s Check, or Money Orders ONLY) |
|---|---|
| Adult Passport Book (ages 16 and over) | $130 |
| Minor Passport Book (ages 15 and under) | $100 |
| Adult Passport Card (ages 16 and over) | $30 |
| Minor Passport Card (ages 15 and under) | $15 |
Optional Fees
| Rutherford County Library | Fee Amount (Personal Check, Cashier’s Check, or Money Orders ONLY) |
|---|---|
| 1-2 Day Delivery (from the library to the US Department of State) | $28.75 |
| US Department of State | Fee Amount (Personal Check, Cashier’s Check, or Money Orders ONLY) |
|---|---|
| Expedite Fee | $60 |
| 1-2 Day Return Delivery (from the US Department of State to your home) | $19.53 |
| File Search | $150 |
Questions?
If you have questions about the status of your application, please contact the National Passport Information Center at 1-877-487-2778 / 1-888-874-7793 (TDD/TTY) or check the status online here.
For Frequently Asked Questions, forms, and other information please visit the US Department of State website at travel.state.gov.
