Wilmington Post Office

The Wilmington Post Office at 152 N Front Street sits in the heart of downtown Wilmington, steps from the Cape Fear River waterfront and within easy reach of the historic district. As an authorized U.S. passport acceptance facility, this downtown branch handles first-time passport applications, child passport applications, and name-change submissions for New Hanover County residents and visitors alike.

Appointments are required for passport acceptance at this location and can be scheduled through the USPS online scheduler at tools.usps.com/rcas/. Passport photo service is also available on-site. The office is conveniently situated near public parking garages along the riverfront, making it an accessible choice for residents coming from neighborhoods like Midtown, Forest Hills, or the beaches south of the city.

For a full picture of New Hanover County’s acceptance options—including the university-based office on the south side—visit our Wilmington passport guide. For statewide context, the North Carolina passport page covers agencies, timelines, and tips across the state.

All passport acceptance at this USPS branch is by appointment—walk-ins are not guaranteed. Bring your completed DS-11 form, proof of U.S. citizenship (original plus a photocopy), a valid government-issued photo ID, and the federal fee payable by check or money order to the U.S. Department of State. If you need same-day or next-day service due to imminent travel, you must contact the Washington Passport Agency directly, as this acceptance facility cannot expedite processing on-site. For those on the UNC Wilmington campus or the south side of the city, the UNCW Passport Services office may be a shorter trip.