Washington County Free Library (Fletcher Branch)

The Alice Virginia and David W. Fletcher Branch, the flagship of the Washington County Free Library, doubles as a passport acceptance site right on South Potomac Street. It is a calmer, library-quiet alternative to the post office, and its central downtown spot makes it easy to reach on foot from Public Square.

Library staff accept first-time passport applications by appointment only; walk-ins are not taken, so scheduling ahead is essential. One thing to plan around: this branch accepts new applications but does not process renewals, so if you already hold a passport book you will handle that by mail or elsewhere.

The Fletcher Branch is a good fit for families and first-time applicants who prefer a relaxed setting. For a side-by-side look at how it compares with the downtown post office, browse the other Hagerstown acceptance offices.

Call the branch to reserve a passport appointment, and confirm whether photos are taken on site before you go so you can bring one if needed. Arrive with your unsigned DS-11, original proof of citizenship, a photo ID and photocopy, and separate payments. Travelers leaving within two weeks should instead visit an agency, as explained on our Maryland passport page.