Richmond County Clerk

The Richmond County Clerk's office at 130 Stuyvesant Place in St. George stands as Staten Island's most distinctive passport acceptance venue — a government office rather than a post office, operated by the New York State courts system. Located in the Richmond County Courthouse complex near Borough Hall, this office draws applicants who prefer an in-person government setting with trained civil servants handling their documents.

As an authorized passport acceptance facility, the County Clerk's staff verifies applicant identities, reviews submitted documents, and officially witnesses and seals applications for forwarding to the U.S. Department of State. The office operates weekdays during business hours (Monday through Friday, 9:15 AM to 4:15 PM), making it a reliable option for those with weekday flexibility. Note that passport photos must be obtained before your visit — the County Clerk does not provide photo services on-site.

One practical detail for applicants: this office does not accept credit or debit card payments. Bring a money order or check payable to the U.S. Department of State for the application fee, plus a separate check or money order for the execution fee payable to the Richmond County Clerk. Plan accordingly to avoid having your application delayed.

The Richmond County Clerk is steps from the St. George Post Office, so applicants can compare options in the same neighborhood. Bring your passport photo from an outside provider — CVS and Walgreens locations on Bay Street are nearby. For the full range of passport acceptance sites across the borough, see the Staten Island passport offices directory. If you have an imminent travel date and need urgent processing, the New York state passport resource can help you navigate booking at the federal agency in Manhattan.