📍 WEST VIRGINIA
Kingwood Post Office
Post Office (USPS) · Kingwood
The Kingwood Post Office serves as the principal passport acceptance point for residents of Preston County, perched in the heart of downtown along East Main Street.
Location & contact
🕑 Hours
| Monday–Friday | Passport acceptance by appointment (check USPS RCAS for availability) |
|---|---|
| Saturday–Sunday | Closed for passport services |
📍 Location & contact
📖 About this office
The Kingwood Post Office serves as the principal passport acceptance point for residents of Preston County, perched in the heart of downtown along East Main Street. As a USPS-designated acceptance facility, it is authorized to receive first-time passport applications, renewals submitted in person, and applications for minors whose circumstances require in-person processing by a qualified acceptance agent.
Applicants visiting this location must schedule an appointment in advance through the USPS online reservation system. Walk-in passport services are not typically available, so planning ahead is essential — particularly during spring and early-summer travel peaks when demand across West Virginia rises sharply. Passport photos are also available on-site, saving applicants an extra stop before their appointment.
Situated in one of the Allegheny Highlands' most historic small towns, the Kingwood Post Office draws applicants not only from Kingwood itself but from surrounding Preston County communities including Terra Alta, Rowlesburg, and Bruceton Mills. Residents throughout the county who hold current passports or need travel documents for a departure beyond 14 days will find this a reliable local resource. For more about passport locations across the state, see the West Virginia passport offices guide.
💡 Good to know
Appointments at the Kingwood Post Office fill up quickly during spring travel season — book as early as possible at tools.usps.com/rcas. Bring your completed DS-11 form, proof of citizenship, a valid photo ID, and the appropriate fees payable by check or money order. For a full list of passport offices throughout Preston County and West Virginia, visit the Kingwood passport offices page.