Stark County Clerk of Courts - Canton Title Office

Housed in the Stark County Clerk of Courts auto title office at 110 Central Plaza South, this downtown counter lets Canton residents handle a passport application in the same government building where they take care of vehicle titles and court business. It sits a block from the county courthouse, making it a convenient stop for anyone already in the civic center.

As a designated acceptance facility, the clerk's staff verify your identity, witness your signature on the DS-11 form, and send the packet on to the U.S. Department of State. It is a practical choice for first-time adult applicants and for parents applying on behalf of minors, both of whom must apply in person. The county runs the same service at several other title offices around Stark County, but the Central Plaza location is the most central for Canton applicants.

Appointments are required and are typically offered during weekday business hours; confirm your time with the clerk's office before visiting.

Because this is a county title office, parking and access are geared toward everyday government visitors, which many people find easier than a busy retail post office. Bring proof of citizenship, a government-issued photo ID plus a photocopy of it, and separate payments for the acceptance and State Department fees. If a downtown slot is full, the north-side Canton Main Post Office is another acceptance option in the city.