City of Miami City Hall Passport Office

Tucked into Coconut Grove at the edge of Dinner Key Marina, the City of Miami City Hall Passport Office occupies one of the most scenic acceptance locations in South Florida. The Office of the City Clerk — housed inside the landmarked 1934 Art Deco building at 3500 Pan American Drive — accepts U.S. passport applications for both new books and passport cards on a walk-in basis, a rarity in a region where most sites require appointments weeks in advance.

Miami-Dade residents who live near Coconut Grove, Coral Gables, or the Brickell corridor often find this office far more accessible than the Downtown USPS branches. Staff here are accustomed to assisting first-time applicants, renewing adults, and families with minors — and because walk-ins are welcomed, there is no waiting period to secure a slot. Keep in mind that processing times are determined by the U.S. Department of State, not the city clerk, and current routine timelines can stretch 6-8 weeks; those with upcoming travel should factor that in or consider expedited service.

Passport photos can be obtained at nearby pharmacies and print shops along South Bayshore Drive. The office is a short drive from the full Miami passport office directory, and Miami-Dade residents can also consult the Florida passport acceptance guide for statewide options and agency information.

Miami has its own U.S. Passport Agency — the Miami Passport Agency at 1501 Biscayne Blvd, Suite 400 — for travelers with urgent international travel within 14 days. That agency is appointment-only and handles emergency cases; it is less than 4 miles north of City Hall. For anyone exploring all acceptance options across Miami-Dade, the Miami city passport page lists every verified facility by neighborhood. Minors under 16 must be accompanied by both parents (or one parent with notarized consent); bring originals and photocopies of all documents.