Passport Services

Passport Services Passports

UNCW Passport Services is officially designated as a passport acceptance facility by the U.S. Department of State. UNCW students, faculty, staff and members of the community can apply for a U.S. passport directly through our office.

Apply for a Passport

Please note the following schedule changes and office closures:

Monthly Late Opening:

On the first Wednesday of every month, our office opens at 9:15 a.m.

Scheduled Closures:

Thursday, November 27 – Friday, November 28, 2025
Wednesday, December 3, 2025 Closed until 9:45 am
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Closed 11:00 am - 2:15 pm
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 Closed 7:45 am - 9:45 am
Wednesday, December 24, 2025 – Friday, January 2, 2026
- Normal operations will resume on Monday, January 5, 2026.
Monday, January 19, 2026
Friday, April 3, 2026
Monday, May 25, 2026
Friday, July 3, 2026
Monday, September 7, 2026
Thursday, November 26 - Friday, November 27, 2026
Thursday, December 24 - Friday, January 1, 2027

Normal operations will resume on Monday, January 4, 2027.

Current Processing Times

BOOK AN APPOINTMENT

Find out everything you need to know about applying for a passport at UNCW in our Quick Guide.

UNCW QUICK GUIDE TO U.S. PASSPORTS

If you need additional information or have questions, please visit the U.S. Department of State website. It offers comprehensive information on many topics including:

Passport information and forms
Information for students traveling abroad
What do to if your passport is lost or stolen
How to track your application, travel advisories and MUCH MORE

Services We Offer

We offer an on-site passport photo service. We can take your official passport photo and ensure it meets all the official requirements. If you prefer, you can provide your own photo if it meets official requirements.

Our team will submit your passport application along with all necessary documentation to the U.S. Department of State, which makes the final decision to issue a passport to an individual. If approved, you will receive your passport in the mail. Convenient option for students preparing to study abroad!