Cedar Rapids Main Post Office

Cedar Rapids Main Post Office sits at 615 6th Ave SE in the heart of downtown Cedar Rapids, making it the most centrally located passport acceptance point in Linn County. As a designated USPS acceptance facility, it handles first-time adult and child passport applications, processes supporting documents, and collects government fees on behalf of the State Department.

Passport applications here are handled by appointment — call (319) 399-2906 to schedule your slot. Having an appointment ensures a clerk with passport certification is available and keeps your visit efficient. Bring your completed DS-11 form, original proof of citizenship, a valid photo ID, and a passport photo. The office cannot process renewals by mail directly, but staff can point you toward the correct routing for Form DS-82 submissions.

Downtown Cedar Rapids is easy to reach by car or Cedar Rapids Transit bus routes, with paid street parking and a nearby ramp on 6th Avenue. If you are planning travel on a tight timeline, review the Cedar Rapids passport guide for tips on expedited processing and the Chicago Passport Agency option for emergencies — and browse the full Iowa passport office directory for alternatives across the state.

Because this office requires appointments, call before arriving — walk-ins may not be seen even during business hours. Bring exact cash or a check for the $35 acceptance fee payable to USPS, separate from the government application fee payable to the U.S. Department of State. Minors under 16 must appear in person with both parents or legal guardians (or present a notarized DS-3053 if one parent cannot attend). If your departure is within 14 days, you may qualify for a same-day appointment at the Chicago Passport Agency — call 1-877-487-2778 for availability. See the full Cedar Rapids office listing for more local options.