Burke County Clerk of Superior Court

The Clerk of Superior Court operates inside the Burke County Courthouse at 201 South Green Street, right in the heart of downtown Morganton a short walk from the historic old courthouse square. As a designated passport acceptance facility, the clerk's staff verify your identity, witness your signature and forward your completed DS-11 to the State Department. Applicants are handled on a first-come, first-served basis rather than by appointment, so it's a convenient option if you'd rather not book a slot.

Keep in mind this office does not take passport photos, so bring one already printed if you apply here. If you'd prefer photos done on the spot, the nearby Morganton Post Office handles both in one visit. The federal fee amounts and a document checklist good anywhere in the state sit on the North Carolina passport page .

The courthouse is on South Green Street with public parking nearby. Because the clerk's office serves the whole county courthouse, mornings can be quieter for passport walk-ins. Photos aren't available here, so pair a visit with a photo stop or use the Morganton Post Office instead if you want everything in one place.