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Lewis And Clark County Clerk Of District Court
County Clerk · Helena
The Lewis and Clark County Clerk of District Court at 228 Broadway in downtown Helena accepts passport applications at the county courthouse.
Location & contact
🕑 Hours
| Monday–Friday | Contact office to confirm passport acceptance hours — call 406-447-8201 |
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📍 Location & contact
📖 About this office
The Lewis and Clark County Clerk of District Court at 228 Broadway in downtown Helena accepts passport applications at the county courthouse. Located in Room 104 of the historic courthouse just a few blocks from Last Chance Gulch, this office serves residents who prefer a government courthouse setting to a post office and is centrally positioned for state employees working in the Capitol complex nearby.
As a courthouse facility, the Clerk of District Court office processes standard DS-11 first-time passport applications and is particularly convenient for Helena residents who may already be visiting the courthouse for other legal matters. Applicants should contact the office in advance to confirm current appointment availability and to verify which days passport acceptance services are offered, as clerk office hours for passport processing can differ from general business hours.
For a full comparison of Helena passport acceptance locations — including the post office option with on-site photos — visit the Helena passport office guide. Montana residents planning travel can also review all statewide options at Montana passport offices.
💡 Good to know
The Lewis and Clark County Clerk of District Court courthouse is a convenient downtown alternative to the N. Harris Street post office, especially for residents who work in the Capitol Hill area. Call ahead at 406-447-8201 to confirm that the clerk is available to accept passport applications on your planned visit day before making the trip.