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Hawaii State Library
Public Library · Honolulu
The Hawaii State Library anchors the civic heart of downtown Honolulu at 478 South King Street, across from Iolani Palace, and its passport counter is a favorite for residents who want to apply in a calm, central setting rather than a busy post office.
Location & contact
🕑 Hours
| By appointment / limited | Call (808) 586-3477 to confirm passport service hours and requirements before visiting. |
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📍 Location & contact
📖 About this office
The Hawaii State Library anchors the civic heart of downtown Honolulu at 478 South King Street, across from Iolani Palace, and its passport counter is a favorite for residents who want to apply in a calm, central setting rather than a busy post office. As the flagship branch of the statewide public library system, it accepts DS-11 applications for new and renewing-by-appearance applicants.
One quirk worth planning around: this location accepts payment of the execution fee by check or money order only — no credit or debit cards — so bring the correct written payment. Passport service hours are narrower than the library's general opening hours, so call ahead at (808) 586-3477 to confirm the current schedule and whether a slot is needed that day.
Downtown workers and Kalihi-to-Waikiki residents often pair a library visit with errands nearby. See the full set of acceptance offices in Honolulu to compare locations.
💡 Good to know
The $35 execution fee here is payable only by check or money order, so come prepared — the separate application fee still goes to the U.S. Department of State. The library sits amid the downtown government district, with metered street parking and nearby garages. If your travel is imminent, the Hawaii passport agency page explains the urgent-appointment route.