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Linn County Recorder
County Recorder · Cedar Rapids
Linn County Recorder's Office, located at 935 2nd Street SW in Cedar Rapids, operates one of Iowa's most convenient government-run passport acceptance points.
Location & contact
🕑 Hours
| Monday–Friday | 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (arrive by 4 p.m. for same-day service) |
|---|---|
| 2nd Wednesday of each month | Opens at 10 a.m. (late opening — plan ahead) |
| Saturday–Sunday | Closed |
| Federal holidays | Closed |
📍 Location & contact
📖 About this office
Linn County Recorder's Office, located at 935 2nd Street SW in Cedar Rapids, operates one of Iowa's most convenient government-run passport acceptance points. Unlike the post office, this county office does not require an appointment — walk in Monday through Friday between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. (arrive by 4 p.m. to guarantee same-day service). It is a natural fit for applicants who prefer a government civic office setting over a postal counter.
The office is staffed by county employees trained as acceptance agents for the U.S. State Department. They review completed DS-11 applications, verify proof of U.S. citizenship (birth certificate, naturalization certificate, or prior passport), confirm photo ID, and collect both the government fee and the acceptance fee. Passport photos can be arranged — confirm with the office when you call at (319) 892-5420. The office closes on the 2nd Wednesday of each month until 10 a.m., so plan accordingly.
The county office is a short walk from the Cedar River Trails and sits near several Linn County administrative buildings. For residents weighing their options, the Cedar Rapids passport page lists every acceptance facility in the city, and the statewide Iowa passport directory covers every county that offers walk-in service.
💡 Good to know
No appointment is needed at Linn County Recorder — simply walk in during business hours with your completed DS-11, original citizenship documents, and a valid photo ID. Both parents or legal guardians must accompany minors under 16, or provide a notarized DS-3053 statement from an absent parent. The acceptance fee (payable to Linn County) and the government application fee (payable to U.S. Department of State) are separate — bring a check or card for each. The office is open to the public and easy to access via Cedar Rapids Transit. For the fastest possible passports during travel emergencies, call 1-877-487-2778 to check availability at the Chicago Passport Agency, roughly 180 miles east.