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Dent County Judicial Building
County / State Office · Salem
The Dent County Judicial Building at 112 East 5th Street, Suite 2 houses the Recorder of Deeds office — one of Salem's two passport acceptance facilities.
Location & contact
🕑 Hours
| Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
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| Saturday – Sunday | Closed |
📍 Location & contact
📖 About this office
The Dent County Judicial Building at 112 East 5th Street, Suite 2 houses the Recorder of Deeds office — one of Salem's two passport acceptance facilities. As a county government office in the heart of Salem's civic district, the Recorder of Deeds office is a reliable option for Dent County residents who prefer working with county staff rather than the post office, particularly those handling deeds or other county records at the same visit.
The Recorder of Deeds is a federally authorized acceptance agent for U.S. passport applications. Office staff witness applicant signatures on DS-11 forms, verify supporting documentation, and submit completed application packets to the appropriate federal processing center. The office is open weekdays during business hours, generally Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Salem is located in south-central Missouri's Ozark region, serving a rural county where passport application volumes are lower than urban centers — making it easier to walk in or arrange a prompt appointment. Residents planning international travel with tight timelines should note that the Missouri passport resources page has guidance on expedited options, as the nearest passport agency in Chicago is roughly a full day's drive away.
💡 Good to know
The Recorder of Deeds office does not issue passports — completed applications are forwarded to a federal processing center. Bring your DS-11, certified birth certificate or other citizenship proof, a valid government-issued photo ID, and the current State Department fee. For more about what to expect when applying in Dent County, see the Salem, Missouri passport guide.