U.S. Passport Services
This Probate Office now provides U.S. Passport Services
The Knox County Probate Office, located on the first floor of the Knox County Courthouse, 62 Union Street, Rockland Maine is accepting U.S. Passport applications on behalf of the U.S. Department of State. U.S. citizens planning international travel may apply for their Passports in the Probate Office between 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except for holidays as the office is closed. No appointment is necessary and the office is handicapped accessible. For application forms, information on documentation required, fees, and a wealth of other Passport and international travel information, visit the official website for Passport information: http://travel.state.gov. You may also contact the Probate Office at (207) 594-0427. While you don't need to make an appointment, calling ahead of time is always advisable.
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO APPLY FOR A PASSPORT?
Proof of US Citizenship:
Certified copy of your birth certificate (including children under the age of 16), which must have:
Proof of Identity:
A current valid photo ID (military, state, or driver's license). If your license is for a state other than Maine, you need a second form of ID.
Passport Photo:
Exciting news .............we are ready to take your passport photo! The cost for taking your photo is $10.00.
The Knox County Probate Office, located on the first floor of the Knox County Courthouse, 62 Union Street, Rockland Maine is accepting U.S. Passport applications on behalf of the U.S. Department of State. U.S. citizens planning international travel may apply for their Passports in the Probate Office between 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except for holidays as the office is closed. No appointment is necessary and the office is handicapped accessible. For application forms, information on documentation required, fees, and a wealth of other Passport and international travel information, visit the official website for Passport information: http://travel.state.gov. You may also contact the Probate Office at (207) 594-0427. While you don't need to make an appointment, calling ahead of time is always advisable.
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO APPLY FOR A PASSPORT?
Proof of US Citizenship:
Certified copy of your birth certificate (including children under the age of 16), which must have:
- Your parents' names
- A raised seal
- File date
Proof of Identity:
A current valid photo ID (military, state, or driver's license). If your license is for a state other than Maine, you need a second form of ID.
Passport Photo:
Exciting news .............we are ready to take your passport photo! The cost for taking your photo is $10.00.
- Please note ~ Photos cannot be taken on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month.
- Your payment to the US DEPT OF STATE must be a check or money order.
- The fee for processing is $35, which can be paid in cash, check or debit/credit card.
- Passport Book: $130 for adults 16 and over $100 for children under 16
- Passport Card: $30 for adults 16 and over $15 for children under 16
- Expedited delivery is an extra fee of $60.
- If the passport is for a child, BOTH parents must be present unless there is a notarized affidavit (Form DS:3053) attached with a copy of the identification used for the notary.