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Mansfield-Richland County Public Library
Public Library · Mansfield
The Mansfield-Richland County Public Library's main branch on West Third Street offers passport acceptance services as a convenient alternative to the post office for Richland County residents.
Location & contact
🕑 Hours
| Monday–Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (passport appointments during open hours) |
|---|---|
| Thursday–Saturday | Call 419-521-3110 to confirm availability |
| Sunday | Closed |
📍 Location & contact
📖 About this office
The Mansfield-Richland County Public Library's main branch on West Third Street offers passport acceptance services as a convenient alternative to the post office for Richland County residents. Operated under the library's commitment to civic services, the acceptance program allows first-time applicants and those needing in-person submission to complete the process in a calm, well-staffed environment. The library is a few blocks from the downtown square, making it easy to combine a passport appointment with other downtown errands.
Passport applications at the library are accepted by appointment only — call 419-521-3110 to schedule. Applicants should bring a completed but unsigned DS-11 form, original proof of U.S. citizenship (birth certificate or naturalization certificate), a valid government-issued photo ID, and one passport photo. Note that the library does not provide passport photography on-site, so plan to obtain your photo beforehand at a pharmacy or photo studio. The library charges a $35 acceptance fee; the separate government application fee is paid by check or money order to the U.S. Department of State.
The library's passport window is especially popular among families with young children, who appreciate the approachable setting for a sometimes stressful process. For everything else you need to know about applying in Richland County, visit the Mansfield passport offices page or browse the full Ohio passport directory for locations statewide.
💡 Good to know
Unlike the post office, the library does not offer passport photography — arrive with your photo already in hand. Minors under 16 must appear with both parents or legal guardians, or with one parent and a notarized statement of consent from the absent parent. If your international travel is within two weeks, you will need to contact the Detroit Passport Agency (approximately 97 miles north of Mansfield) rather than using an acceptance agent. See the Mansfield passport page for a complete overview of local options.