📍 NORTH CAROLINA
City of Elizabeth City
Government Office (City Hall) · Elizabeth City
The City of Elizabeth City's municipal passport acceptance facility operates from the H.
Location & contact
🕑 Hours
| Mon–Fri | Regular municipal office hours; call (252) 338-3981 to confirm passport appointment availability |
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| Weekends | Closed |
📍 Location & contact
📖 About this office
The City of Elizabeth City's municipal passport acceptance facility operates from the H. Rick Gardner Municipal Building on East Colonial Avenue in the heart of downtown. City clerks serving as acceptance agents can witness, review, and officially seal passport applications submitted by residents who prefer a local government office rather than a postal facility. This walkable downtown location makes it a practical alternative for applicants who work or shop in the Elizabeth City center.
Unlike USPS locations, city hall acceptance services are handled by municipal staff during regular office hours — though it is always advisable to call ahead at (252) 338-3981 to confirm passport appointment availability and any documentation the office may require before your visit. Note that passport photos are not taken at this site; applicants should arrive with a ready-made compliant photo.
First-time applicants, parents applying on behalf of children under 16, and anyone replacing a lost or stolen passport can complete the in-person DS-11 acceptance process at this downtown Elizabeth City office. For more locations serving the Albemarle region, browse the full Elizabeth City passport offices listing.
💡 Good to know
The H. Rick Gardner Municipal Building also houses the city clerk and finance departments — so parking may be limited during peak hours. Arrive early and bring your complete application packet including DS-11 (unsigned), proof of U.S. citizenship, valid government-issued photo ID, and a 2x2-inch passport photo. The Washington Passport Agency in Washington, DC (~4 hours) handles urgent issuance for travelers with imminent departures. Learn about statewide options on the North Carolina passport guide.