We offer processing of NEW passports by appointment. We will take walk-in appointments if a passport acceptance agent is on duty.

If you would like to renew your passport, please follow these instructions. We do not process renewals.
Call (716) 326-2154 with questions.

Appointments are available Monday, Wednesday, Friday, & Saturday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m, and Tuesday & Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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What Service do I Need?
  • Never had a passport before or ineligible to renew?
    Please schedule an appointment with our passport agents.
  • Just need a passport-sized photo taken?
    We do not take passport photos at this time. Please go to the Westfield CVS, or the Westfield Post Office to have a 2 x 2 passport sized photo taken, and bring it with you to your appointment at the library.
  • Need to renew your passport?
    Sorry, we do not process passport renewal applications. Please see "How do I Renew an Adult U.S. Passport?" below.
How do I Renew an Adult U.S. Passport?
  • Adult renewals can be done by mail
  • Follow the instructions of the U.S. Department of State for Renewals
  • Call (716) 326-2154  with questions
I am Applying for a New Passport: What Should I Bring?
  • Proof of U.S. citizenship
  • Current New York State Driver’s License, Military ID or Government ID
  • Applicants under the age of 16 years old must appear in person with both parents; additional documentation required for applicants under age 16
  • Completed application Form DS-11 (Download to fill out by hand or Complete online and print)
  • One recent (not older than 6 months), color 2"×2" photo of applicant.
  • Check or Money Order (see below for fees)
The Passport Photo Update: As of November 1, 2016 applicants must remove their eye glasses when taking a photo for a U.S. passport. The only exception are rare cases of medical necessity, and those applicants will be required to have a signed statement from a medical professional.
For more information on passport photo requirements, please visit the U.S. Department of State's page.
How much does a new U.S. passport cost and how do I pay?
  • Passport fees
    • Passport Book: $110/adult, $80/minor — paid by check or money order only and payable to U.S. Department of State (no starter or counter checks accepted)
    • Passport Card: $30/adult, $15/minor — paid by check or money order only and payable to U.S. Department of State (no starter or counter checks accepted)
    • Execution fee: $35 — paid by cash, check, or money order and payable to the Patterson Library
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