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Wapello County Recorder
County Recorder Office · Ottumwa
The Wapello County Recorder's Office accepts passport applications from its counter on the second floor of the county building at 101 West Fourth Street, a couple of blocks from the downtown post office.
Location & contact
🕑 Hours
| Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:15 PM (passport applications; call to confirm) |
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📍 Location & contact
📖 About this office
The Wapello County Recorder's Office accepts passport applications from its counter on the second floor of the county building at 101 West Fourth Street, a couple of blocks from the downtown post office. County recorders are among the most reliable acceptance agents in rural Iowa because passports are part of their everyday duties alongside vital records and land documents.
Staff here execute Form DS-11 for new adult and minor applicants, verify your proof of citizenship and identity, and take on-site photos for a modest fee. Appointments are recommended so an acceptance agent is on hand, though the office keeps generous weekday hours for residents across the county.
Many Ottumwa families prefer starting here because the recorder can also issue certified birth certificates that first-time applicants often need. See the full Ottumwa passport guide to compare it with the nearby post office.
💡 Good to know
Because the recorder issues certified copies of Iowa birth records, this is a convenient one-stop for applicants who still need proof of citizenship. Call ahead to reserve an acceptance agent, and remember the execution fee is paid to Wapello County while the application fee goes to the State Department. Compare your options on the Ottumwa page or explore other Iowa cities.